Supply Planner

About Hector Beverages Pvt. Ltd.

Established in 2010 in India, Hector Beverages rose to prominence with its signature brand, the Paper Boat, a ready-to-drink beverage that encapsulates the essence of traditional Indian flavors. The inception of Hector Beverages was driven by the founders' vision to bridge the market void for traditional Indian drinks and to present the world with a taste of India's rich cultural beverages.

Location

Headquartered in Whitefield, Bengaluru

** Current Standings**

Over the past decade, Hector Beverages has expanded its product line to include fruit juices, coconut water, and iconic Indian beverages such as Aam panna and Jal-jeera and foods & dry fruits which includes products such as Chikki, Aam Papad, range of raw, roasted, and flavored dry fruits that includes mix of nuts, berries & seeds. The brand is synonymous with distinctive flavors and premium ingredients. Furthermore, the firm's commitment to quality and innovation is evidenced by its extensive infrastructure of nine dedicated factories (and counting) for Paper Boat products, providing direct employment to approximately 900 individuals and indirect employment to another 2000

** Organizational Culture**

At its core, Hector Beverages thrives on a culture rooted in innovation, creativity, and collaboration. The company's flat organizational structure promotes open dialogue, empowering employees to lead their projects passionately. Hector Beverages is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. The organization is dedicated to fostering high-performing teams. Moreover, the culture of celebrating both minor and major achievements, nurture a motivated and committed workforce, driving exponential growth.

Position: Supply Planner

Department: Supply Chain & Logistics

Location: Bangalore (HQ)

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute short-term and long-term supply plans aligned with demand forecasts

• Collaborate with manufacturing, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure capacity alignment and material availability

• Monitor and manage inventory levels to avoid stock-outs and minimize excess inventory

• Track supplier lead times, production constraints, and capacity limitations to ensure smooth operations

• Actively participate in S &OP; / IBP processes and cross-functional planning reviews

• Identify potential supply risks and create proactive mitigation strategies

• Analyse variances between planned vs. actual supply , driving improvements and corrective actions

• Maintain accurate planning data and reports within ERP systems

• Drive and support continuous improvement initiatives in supply chain planning

** Key Skills & Competencies**

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel ; working knowledge of ERP tools such as SAP, Oracle, APO, or Kinaxis

• Solid understanding of inventory management and supply chain processes

• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and tight deadlines

• Excellent communication, coordination, and collaboration skills

• High attention to detail with a proactive and ownership-driven mindset

** Education & Qualifications**

• Master’s degree in supply chain, Operations, Engineering, or Business from NITIE, SP, IIM, NIT

• Certifications such as APICS / CPIM are a strong advantage

** Experience**

• 4–8 years of experience in Supply Planning, Production Planning, Inventory Planning

• Preferred industries: Q commerce,FMCG, manufacturing, retail, pharma, or e-commerce

** Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)**

• Product availability and service levels

• Inventory turns and ageing metrics

• Plan adherence

• Reduction in stock-outs and excess inventory

** Why Join Hector Beverages?**

• Be part of a company redefining the Indian beverage landscape

• Work alongside some of the sharpest minds in the FMCG industry

• Opportunity to build impact in a fast-scaling, innovation-driven environment

🔗 Learn more:

• Website: https://www.hectorbeverages.com/

• LinkedIn: Hector Beverages