GM Manufacturing- Well-established FMCG (Malang Based)

North Jakarta, Jakarta Permanent View Job Description
The General Manager will lead the end-to-end operations of the manufacturing facility, overseeing production, R&D, QA/QC, warehousing, engineering, and other supporting functions.
  • Leadership position
  • C-Level Exposure

About Our Client

A well-established FMCG in Indonesia with a strong legacy over‑the‑counter products, personal care, and functional health solutions. Our client's portfolio includes trusted, mass‑market brands that are widely available across pharmacies, traditional trade, and modern retail channels nationwide. Currently in a phase of business transformation and growth, strengthening their commercial capabilities, investing in talent, and expanding thei product offerings to meet evolving consumer needs.

Job Description

Our client is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead its manufacturing operations in Malang, which serves as a critical production hub supporting the overall business. Reporting directly to the CEO, this role will act as the senior-most leader on site and be responsible for ensuring operational excellence, governance, compliance, quality standards, and organizational effectiveness. The successful candidate will serve as the key link between the manufacturing site and Head Office, helping to drive performance, transparency, and alignment across the organization. The General Manager will lead the end-to-end operations of the manufacturing facility, overseeing production, R&D, QA/QC, warehousing, engineering, and other supporting functions. The role requires a strong operator and people leader who can independently manage site activities, foster a high-performance culture, and ensure the plant operates in line with company objectives, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. This opportunity is ideal for a senior manufacturing leader with a track record of managing large operational teams, driving continuous improvement, and building strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. Key Responsibilities:

  • Site Operations, Governance & Leadership
    • Lead all manufacturing-site activities including production, R&D, QA/QC, warehousing, maintenance, and supporting functions.
    • Ensure operational excellence, quality standards, compliance, safety, and performance targets are consistently achieved.
    • Represent Head Office interests on-site and maintain strong governance, accountability, and organizational discipline.



  • Stakeholder Management &Organizational Effectiveness
    • Act as the primary liaison between the Malang operation and Jakarta headquarters, providing transparent reporting and performance updates.
    • Build effective relationships with government authorities, regulatory bodies, labor representatives, and local communities.



  • Quality, Compliance & Governance
    • Maintain the highest standards of quality, safety, regulatory compliance, and operational integrity across the site.
    • Ensure compliance with all relevant BPOM, labor, environmental, health, safety, and company regulations.



The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum 15 years of experience in manufacturing, operations, plant management, or general management roles.
  • Proven experience leading manufacturing facilities with responsibility for production, quality, warehousing, engineering, and operational performance.
  • Strong preference for candidates from FMCG, consumer products, food & beverage, pharmaceutical, personal care, or related manufacturing sectors.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage large operational workforces and cross-functional leadership teams.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing excellence, quality systems, compliance, governance, and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Experience working closely with senior executives and managing stakeholder relationships across multiple locations.
  • Strong leadership presence with the ability to build trust, maintain discipline, and drive accountability.
  • Mandatory understanding of working with traditional family business and mandarin speaking is a plus
  • Willingness to be based full-time in Malang.

What’s on Offer

  • Opportunity to lead a strategically important manufacturing operation within a growing consumer products company.
  • Direct exposure to the CEO and executive leadership team.
  • Platform to drive transformation, operational excellence, and long-term business growth.
Contact
Alfredo Setiawan
Quote job ref
JN-042026-7000733

Job summary

Function
Operational & General Management
Subsector
Operational & General Management Subsector
Industry
Consumer & Retail
Location
North Jakarta
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Alfredo Setiawan
Job reference
JN-042026-7000733

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