London based fine food distributor is looking for a Category Manager who will own the commercial performance of the Pastry category , driving strategy, profitability, supplier relationships, risk management, and long-term growth. Acting as the subject matter expert, The Category Manager will ensure the business stays ahead of market trends, regulations, and customer expectations. This is a senior, hands-on role requiring strong commercial acumen, product expertise, supplier management, and cross-functional leadership.

The Category Manager for Pastry reports to the Head of Categories and manages a team of up to three direct reports.

ROLE of the Category Manager:

Category Management & Development:

• Supporting and delivering the Pastry category strategy in line with overall commercial objectives
• Monitoring market trends, pricing, and seasonality to inform decisions
• Identifying range ...