Logistics Head

Company Overview

Hector Beverages Pvt. Ltd., established in 2010 in India, has risen to prominence with its signature brand, Paper Boat, which offers ready-to-drink beverages that encapsulate traditional Indian flavors. The company's mission is to bridge the market void for traditional Indian drinks and showcase India's rich cultural beverages. Headquartered in Whitefield, Bengaluru, Hector Beverages has expanded its product line over the past decade to include fruit juices, coconut water, and iconic Indian beverages such as Aam Panna and Jal-jeera. Besides beverages, the company also offers a range of foods and dry fruits.

Job Summary

The Logistics Head will oversee the warehouse and transport operations, directing the end-to-end supply chain process. This role is crucial in ensuring efficient inventory storage, processing, and transportation to customers while aligning logistics activities with the organization's goals.

Responsibilities

• Warehouse Management: Oversee receiving, warehousing, distribution, and maintenance operations. Set up warehouse layout and ensure efficient space utilization while maintaining inventory accuracy through cycle counts.
• Transportation & Logistics: Coordinate the entire order cycle including planning transport routes, negotiating with carriers/vendors, and tracking shipments to ensure on-time delivery.
• Operational Optimization: Develop and implement logistics strategies, analyze supply chain data, and initiate process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
• Compliance & Safety: Maintain high standards of health and safety (Occupational Health and Safety) in the warehouse, ensuring compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and ISO requirements.
• Team Leadership: Recruit, train, and motivate warehouse and transport personnel to achieve optimal performance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Logistics Manager or in a similar role.
• Expertise in Warehouse Management Software (WMS) and Transport Management Systems (TMS).
• Strong leadership, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and resolve unforeseen issues quickly.
• Educational Qualifications: B.Tech or MBA from Tier 1 or Tier 2 institutions (such as NITs, IIMs, NITIE, SP Jain, Wellingkar Institute).

Preferred Skills

• Proficient knowledge of supply chain management principles and practices.
• Familiarity with inventory control techniques and best practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Experience

6–7 years of experience in Warehouse, Automation, and Transportation roles.

Environment

The position is based at the headquarters in Bangalore, where the Logistics Head will operate within a dynamic supply chain environment that emphasizes collaboration and innovation.

Salary

Not specified.

Growth Opportunities

Career advancement opportunities may include progression to senior leadership roles within the supply chain management hierarchy, depending on performance and organizational needs.

Benefits

Not specified.