Organization Details
The Merah Putih Initiative (TMPI) is an independent and non-government institution, formed out of a deep commitment to addressing Indonesia’s evolving policy environment. Our mission is to set a new benchmark on how the country’s policy priorities are designed, executed, and improved.
As national policy priorities expanded in scale and ambition, many lacked clear public articulation and faced challenges in grassroots execution, resulting in suboptimal impact despite their long-term importance. TMPI exists to help close these gaps and strengthen how policy intent translates into credible development outcomes in Indonesia.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Project Expert, Project Manager, and Project Analyst with expertise or familiarity in Operations & Supply Chain, preferably in F&B business to join TMPI’s District Labs, the arm dedicated to supporting government counterparts in delivering credible policy execution of Indonesia’s national priority programs.
This is a rare opportunity to strengthen large-scale national policy delivery as operations move from rapid expansion to consolidation. You will help resolve bottlenecks on the ground and raise consistency in quality, safety, and efficiency at every step, from local producers to the point of service. This role is ideal for operations and supply chain professionals who thrive in complex, high-stakes environments, have a problem-solving mindset, and are passionate about translating policy intent into reliable, on-the-ground delivery that addresses Indonesia’s most pressing development challenges.
Key Responsibilities
Sourcing, Production & Distribution Operations
- Design and strengthen operating models, standard operating procedures, and capacity plans for food production and distribution units across diverse regional contexts.
- Develop sourcing strategies that integrate local producers, MSMEs, cooperatives, and regional food ecosystems into a reliable and cost-efficient supply base.
- Map and optimize end-to-end supply chain flows, including procurement, inventory, logistics, and last-mile distribution, to reduce bottlenecks, waste, and cost leakage.
Quality Assurance& Performance Monitoring
- Develop safety, hygiene, and quality assurance frameworks, including inspection protocols, compliance checklists, and incident response procedures.
- Design monitoring and supervision mechanisms to track operational performance, compliance, and service quality across production and distribution units.
- Analyze field findings and incident data to identify systemic risks and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
Data, Systems & Supply Chain Intelligence
- Support the design of integrated data systems and dashboards that provide real-time visibility over supply, production, distribution, and quality indicators.
- Define data standards, KPIs, and reporting flows that enable evidence-based decision making.
- Translate operational data into actionable policy insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
Experience & Qualifications
Professional Experience – Expert
Role focus: Lead and serve as the principal technical advisor to senior government counterparts on operating models, supply chain strategy, and food safety systems.
- Minimum 12 years of progressive experience preferably in F&B operations, food manufacturing, supply chain management, food safety, or consulting, with at least 5 years leading teams or large-scale, multi-site operations.
- A Doctoral degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Food Technology, Operations Management, Business, or a related field is preferred. A Master’s degree in a relevant field is also acceptable.
- Proven track record of designing or turning around large-scale food production, sourcing, or distribution systems.
- Experience engaging with government institutions, regulators, or development partners is a strong advantage.
Professional Experience – Project Manager
Role focus: Orchestrate strategy into workplans, manage day-to-day execution across work streams, and ensure deliverables are completed on time and to standard.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, logistics, F&B operations, food safety, or operations consulting, with at least 2–3 years managing projects or teams.
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Food Technology, Business, or related fields; Master’s degree is a plus.
- Demonstrated experience implementing SOPs, quality systems, or operational improvement programs across multiple sites.
- Project management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) or food safety certification (e.g., HACCP, ISO 22000) is a plus.
Professional Experience – Analyst
Role focus: Conduct data collection, supply chain mapping, and performance analysis to consolidate actionable policy recommendations.
- 2–4 years of experience in supply chain analysis, procurement, logistics, F&B operations, quality control, or consulting.
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Food Technology, Supply Chain Management, Statistics, Economics, or related fields.
- Strong quantitative skills and experience building trackers, dashboards, and analytical models.
Technical Expertise (All Levels)
- Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chains, from sourcing and production to storage and last-mile distribution, and Indonesia’s regional food ecosystems.
- Working knowledge of food safety and quality standards (HACCP, GMP, ISO 22000).
- Strong analytical skills in cost modeling, capacity planning, and performance measurement; proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools.
- Excellent report writing, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills in Bahasa Indonesia and English; proficiency in PowerPoint.
- Willingness to travel occasionally within Indonesia.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to strengthen policy delivery of Indonesia’s national priority programs.
- Direct engagement with senior government officials and passionate leadership committed to Indonesia’s development.
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
- Growth opportunity as TMPI expands.
How to Apply
Qualified and passionate candidates are invited to submit the following documents to office@merahputihinitiative.id by Sunday, 18 October 2026 to be considered. Please state the position you are applying for in the email subject (e.g., “Operations & Supply Chain – Expert – Full Name”). Caveat: applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Therefore, prospective candidates are highly encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience.
- Current CV or resume;
- One page cover letter outlining relevant experience, personal alignment with TMPI’s mission, and demonstration of how you have designed or improved a food production, sourcing, or distribution system at scale while maintaining quality and safety standards;
- References might be requested if shortlisted for the final interview round.
