Procurement Specialist, Consulting Category

About the Team

The Procurement team aims to provide high-quality purchasing solutions and establish a global platform for purchasing resources. Through professional management of procurement resources, selecting high-quality suppliers, and managing supplier performance, we improve the efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and compliance of our company's procurement behavior, fostering a healthy long-term business environment.

We are seeking a Procurement Specialist to support our consulting services category in the U.S. This role involves strategizing to secure cost-effective deals and high-performing suppliers, identifying resources to support our rapidly growing businesses across various segments and regions, engaging with key stakeholders to assess needs and define supplier strategies, and ensuring compliance for effective risk control.

Responsibilities

• Conduct sourcing activities for the AMS Consulting category, including identifying and evaluating consulting firms based on expertise, experience, and budget.
• Implement and optimize procurement processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Partner closely with business leaders to define procurement and supply strategies, offering innovative and scalable solutions.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of the professional services industry, benchmark categories, and analyze relevant data to identify high-quality, cost-effective vendors.
• Manage supplier deliverables and establish performance measurement systems to enhance competition, ensure supply continuity, and drive efficiency.
• Navigate complex, matrixed organizations and fast-paced environments; influence cross-functional teams and senior leadership with data-backed insights.
• Drive initiatives with a strong focus on execution, delivering measurable outcomes.
• Analyze historical data to identify trends, inefficiencies, or risks, and present clear, compelling business cases for change.
• Apply logical thinking and data-driven persuasion to support decision-making and secure stakeholder alignment.
• Demonstrate strong change management and interpersonal skills to engage and influence a diverse range of stakeholders with varying needs.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• 1+ year of progressive experience in indirect procurement, preferably supporting professional services, consulting, or marketing categories.
• Strong knowledge and proven application of sourcing and procurement principles and best practices.
• Proficient in negotiation and contract management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Skilled in data analysis, strategic decision-making, and complex problem-solving.
• Comfortable working in ambiguity, managing conflict, and navigating organizational change.
• Willingness to travel within the region as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certifications in procurement (e.g., CSCP, CPM, CPP, or equivalent).
• Experience working in fast-paced companies, preferably within the tech industry.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement regulations, market trends, and best practices in the region.
• Familiarity with procurement tools and systems.

About TikTok

TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, with offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.

Why Join Us

We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make an impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $76,000 - $136,800 annually. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the total package that may include additional discretionary bonuses/incentives and restricted stock units.

Benefits

• Day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Paid parental leave.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Wellbeing benefits.
• 10 paid holidays per year.
• 10 paid sick days per year.
• 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).