TikTok confirmed on January 20, 2026, that Melissa Siska Juminto has stepped down from her position as President Director of Tokopedia and TikTok E-Commerce Indonesia. The company stated that she left to pursue her personal aspirations.

TikTok Announces Departure of Melissa Siska Juminto from Tokopedia and TikTok E-Commerce

A spokesperson from TikTok explained that Melissa’s decision to end her tenure was based on her personal aspirations.

In the statement received by CNBC Indonesia, TikTok expressed gratitude for her contributions, noting that her leadership significantly contributed to the company’s growth and the advancement of Indonesia’s digital economy.

"Melissa Siska Juminto has concluded her tenure as President Director of Tokopedia and TikTok E-Commerce Indonesia to pursue her personal aspirations," the spokesperson stated.

"We are thankful for her leadership and the positive contributions she made to the company's growth, as well as her efforts in advancing Indonesia’s digital economy."

The Leadership Legacy of Melissa Siska Juminto at Tokopedia and TikTok E-Commerce

Melissa Siska Juminto took charge of Tokopedia and TikTok's e-commerce business in Indonesia in June 2024.

She was responsible for overseeing the growth of ByteDance's e-commerce operations, including Tokopedia and ShopTokopedia. A major aspect of her leadership was focused on empowering local SMEs and expanding the digital marketplace in Indonesia.

Previously, Melissa led the e-commerce division of GoTo. During her tenure at Tokopedia, she worked to strengthen the digital economy and foster the growth of Indonesian small businesses through innovative technological solutions.

TikTok’s Search for Melissa Siska Juminto's Successor Remains Unanswered

While TikTok confirmed Melissa's departure, the company did not provide any information regarding her successor.

The lack of clarity about the leadership transition leaves many questions about the future direction of Tokopedia and TikTok E-Commerce in Indonesia.

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