Concept Development Manager - 12 month FTC

From breakfast to midnight snack, Hovis has been the heart of UK homes for generations with love in every loaf. Our rich heritage and delicious loaves of bread and bakery products are as good today as they've always been. We're proud to have over 133 years of baking experience producing some of the nation's favourite and fastest selling bakery goods. So loved in fact, Hovis products are ranked either number one or number two in bread loaves categories in all regions of the UK and Northern Ireland!

Now, as we continue our story, we're looking for talented, dedicated and innovative people to join our exceptional Hovis team. You'll be joining an expert, trusted and empowered team of 2,800+ people who champion our iconic and much-loved brand, delivering the best quality range of Hovis bakery goods to happy consumers. We have some exciting times ahead as we continue to innovate and work hard to strengthen our brand, remaining a great bakery Company for years to come.

Are you a passionate NPD/Innovation specialist? We’re seeking a Concept Development Manager to join our central functions team at High Wycombe; working cross functionally with our Technical, Commercial and Operations teams.

The role:

This is a 12-month Fixed Term Contract.

● To lead & support defined Hovis Retailer brand development projects

● Translate & manage product ideas from concept through to launch

● To provide site support across the UK on various projects.

Ideal Experiences / Qualifications / Capabilities:

● Good technical, process & operational bakery knowledge

● Confident in the use and functionality of bakery raw materials

● At least 2+ years in the bakery manufacturing environment

● Experienced in working with customers and providing customer product presentations

● Experienced at working with bakery teams, understanding manufacturing and site Technical compliance requirements, providing clear direction and project delivery

Desirable:

● Craft/artisan bakeries background where you have been hands-on in the bakery

Benefits baked in

We pride ourselves on the benefits we offer our Hovis family. We continually review what rewards and benefits we provide, ensuring they reflect our core values. When we talk about Reward, we mean all the things you'll get in return for your contribution to our success.

All colleagues can choose from a wide range of benefits in addition to salaries, based on their individual needs. We offer:

• Competitive annual leave entitlement and flexibility where possible to create a healthy work-life balance and recharge your batteries
• Generous long service awards and recognise outstanding colleague contributions through our recognition scheme
• Three levels of pension scheme (so you can choose which works best for you now!)
• A healthcare scheme that can be tailored to your needs
• Access to the Aviva DigiCare+ Workplace App which includes; 'at home' Annual Health Check, Digital GP consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinions and much more
• Enhanced annual leave and maternity / paternity leave (and flexibility where possible to suit your needs)
• Free on-site parking
• Access to funded physiotherapy sessions
• Wellbeing support and campaigns to help you stay active and healthy, be financially prepared, and support your mental well-being.
• A benefits platform (Hovis Choice) where all colleagues can access:
• A variety of savings and cashback offers on day-to-day living.
• Eyecare vouchers.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Hovis Policy:

Hovis values diversity and is committed to promoting equal opportunities in the workplace. Every job applicant, employee or worker will be treated fairly and equally with dignity and

respect regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, social class, nationality, ethnic or national origin,

religious belief, union membership, political opinion, sex, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic.