Responsibilities
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and its offices include New York, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.
Why Join Us
Creation is the core of TikTok's purpose. Our platform is built to help imaginations thrive. This is doubly true of the teams that make TikTok possible.
Together, we inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we all believe in and aim towards achieving every day.
To us, every challenge, no matter how difficult, is an opportunity; to learn, to innovate, and to grow as one team. Status quo? Never. Courage? Always.
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Team Introduction
The Procurement Team plays a critical role in the business and is responsible for the strategic design and end-to-end processes involved in the purchase of goods and services in a sustainable and financially viable way, in compliance with business standards. We are responsible for sourcing and onboarding new vendors, supporting the development of key company systems and processes, maintaining a strategic overview of project procurement management activities, and ensuring that purchasing contracts and arrangements are fulfilled in strict accordance with legal requirements, project specifications, and business policies and procedures.
We are looking for talented individuals to join our team in 2025. As a graduate, you will get unparalleled opportunities for you to kickstart your career, pursue bold ideas and explore limitless growth opportunities. Co-create a future driven by your inspiration with TikTok.
Successful candidates must be able to commit to an onboarding date before July 2025.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage you to apply as early as possible.
Candidates can apply to a maximum of two positions and will be considered for jobs in the order you apply. The application limit is applicable to TikTok and its affiliates' jobs globally. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - we encourage you to apply early.
Responsibilities
- Support Procurement Projects: Collaborate with internal teams to support procurement activities, including assigned projects as well as work to support and improve day to day procurement activities including the sourcing of goods/services and vendor management.
- Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyze procurement data to identify trends, performance metrics, cost-saving opportunities and provide insights for better decision-making.
- System & Process Improvements: Assist in the development and implementation of procurement systems and processes to improve efficiency, scalability, and accuracy.
- Vendor Communication & Relationship Management: Engage with vendors to ensure clear communication of requirements and timelines, addressing any issues proactively.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other departments (Finance, Legal, Operations, etc.) to support the alignment of procurement strategies and company goals.
- Identify & Share Improvement Ideas: Regularly propose process and system improvements based on data analysis and market research.
- Ensure Compliance: Ensure that all procurement activities comply with internal policies and regulations.
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications
- Basic understanding of procurement processes and systems.
- Ability to develop and manage product strategies, roadmaps, and goals.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Strong proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, Looker or similar) with experience in developing reports and dashboards.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
- Ability to work collaboratively across teams and communicate effectively with vendors.
- Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma) is a plus.
- Ability to work autonomously and thrive in a dynamic, fast-moving environment.
- Strong communication skills is critical for success! Must be inquisitive and always seeking to learn. Able to articulate questions, concerns and know when to/not afraid to escalate and ask for help when needed
Preferred qualifications
- Internship or practical experience in procurement, supply chain, or data analysis roles, particularly in a tech-driven or fast-paced company..
- Experience with procurement platforms, marketplaces, and resource management systems (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa) and a strong understanding of procurement processes.
- Demonstrated experience working with cross-functional teams and improving procurement processes or systems.
- Proven ability to develop and execute product strategies for large cross-functional areas.
- Advanced analytical skills with experience in metric definition and performance analysis.
- Experience in evaluating and applying global market trends to product decisions.
- Strong track record of coordinating with international Product R&D teams and promoting cooperative efforts.
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://shorturl.at/cdpT2
Job Information
[For Pay Transparency] Compensation Description (annually)
The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $68400 - $72000 annually.
Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
Our company benefits are designed to convey company culture and values, to create an efficient and inspiring work environment, and to support our employees to give their best in both work and life. We offer the following benefits to eligible employees:
We cover 100% premium coverage for employee medical insurance, approximately 75% premium coverage for dependents and offer a Health Savings Account(HSA) with a company match. As well as Dental, Vision, Short/Long term Disability, Basic Life, Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance plans. In addition to Flexible Spending Account(FSA) Options like Health Care, Limited Purpose and Dependent Care.
Our time off and leave plans are: 10 paid holidays per year plus 17 days of Paid Personal Time Off (PPTO) (prorated upon hire and increased by tenure) and 10 paid sick days per year as well as 12 weeks of paid Parental leave and 8 weeks of paid Supplemental Disability.
We also provide generous benefits like mental and emotional health benefits through our EAP and Lyra. A 401K company match, gym and cellphone service reimbursements. The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
3. Exercising sound judgment.