Assistant Manager - HMO

Do you want to be a part of the fascinating story of over 500 iconic brands spanning across more than 100 countries?

Being the best beer company starts with finding the best people. While we have big brands, we have bigger opportunities as well.

AB InBev India is looking to hire Assistant Manager - HMO for its Supply team based out of Nalbari,Assam.

Role Purpose

To support delivery of top and bottom-line growth by ensuring efficient, compliant, and high-quality co-packer operations. The role focuses on execution excellence across production, quality, and compliance while working closely with internal teams and co-packers to enable reliable and cost-effective manufacturing.

Key Accountabilities

1. Co-Packer Operations & Coordination

• Support day-to-day coordination with co-packers to ensure smooth production operations
• Track key performance metrics (complaints per million, quality index, micro index, etc.) and highlight deviations
• Participate in periodic performance reviews and follow up on action plans
• Ensure co-packers adhere to defined company standards, policies, and operating procedures

2. Production Planning & Execution

• Execute production plans aligned with monthly schedules shared by the Planning team
• Monitor output vs. plan and escalate risks to delivery timelines
• Ensure adherence to packaging processes, SOPs, and defined process parameters (ZITECH/ABI)
• Support demand fulfilment while maintaining quality and compliance standards

3. Quality Assurance & Food Safety

• Ensure incoming quality checks for raw materials (RM) and packaging materials (PM) are conducted
• Support batch-wise quality validation and release processes
• Monitor adherence to food safety and quality requirements at co-packer facilities
• Assist in managing product holds, complaint investigations, and CAPA tracking in the Quality Management System
• Escalate quality or food safety concerns in a timely manner

4. Inventory & Cost Management

• Support planning and availability of production resources (RM/PM/spares)
• Track inventory levels and assist in stock reconciliation activities
• Ensure proper documentation and handling of inventory and assets
• Identify and flag cost-saving or efficiency improvement opportunities

5. Maintenance & Reliability Support

• Track preventive maintenance schedules and ensure adherence
• Coordinate with co-packers for timely repair and upkeep of equipment
• Monitor availability of critical spares to avoid production disruptions

6. Compliance & Safety

• Ensure adherence to statutory, regulatory, and internal compliance requirements
• Support implementation of health and safety practices across co-packer sites
• Monitor and report any non-compliance issues

7. Continuous Improvement

• Participate in audits and identify process improvement opportunities
• Support implementation of efficiency, quality, and cost improvement initiatives
• Contribute to training and capability-building programs for co-packers

8. Reporting & Analytics

• Prepare and share daily/weekly production and quality reports
• Track deviations from SOPs and ensure closure of corrective actions
• Ensure timely reporting and escalation of operational issues

Key Stakeholders

• Internal: Supply Planning, Procurement, Quality, Logistics, Finance
• External: Co-packers, vendors

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree (Engineering preferred)
• 35 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, co-packer/third-party operations, or supply chain

Technical Skills

• Basic understanding of manufacturing and packaging operations
• Familiarity with quality systems, food safety standards, and compliance requirements
• Exposure to planning, production coordination, or quality processes

And above all of this, an undying love for beer!

Quench your thirst for success. Come, sit at the table!