US Commercial Infrastructure Management Graduate (Global Procurement) - 2027 Start (MBA)

About the role

Join our procurement team to drive logistics-related service and physical procurement, as well as service provider management aligned with the growth of our logistics business. You will ensure price competitiveness of procurement services while meeting business needs and fostering long-term partnerships with service providers.

As a graduate, you’ll have the opportunity to pursue bold ideas, tackle complex challenges, and unlock limitless growth. Successful candidates must commit to an onboarding date by the end of the year.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & CapEx Optimization
  • Asset & Category Strategy: Architect and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies for high-capital categories, including long-term warehouse leases, general contractors for facility build-outs, Material Handling Equipment (MHE/Automation), and contingent workforce ecosystems.
  • Market Intelligence & Financial Modeling: Conduct in-depth market analysis and build sophisticated financial models (TCO, ROI, NPV) to evaluate investment scenarios, driving data-driven asset selection and resource allocation across the US network.
  • End-to-End Deal Structuring: Manage the full lifecycle of complex RFI/RFP/RFQ processes, from identifying requirements to stress-testing supplier capabilities and structuring commercially viable deals.
• Complex Contract Negotiation & Commercial Management
  • High-Stakes Negotiation: Lead commercial and contractual negotiations for high-value, multi-year agreements, securing favorable terms related to pricing, agility (e.g., expansion/termination clauses), service levels, and risk mitigation.
  • Legal & Commercial Partnership: Collaborate with internal Legal counsel to draft, review, and finalize complex contracts, particularly in commercial real estate (BTS/Leasing), construction, and enterprise staffing.
  • Lifecycle Governance: Establish a robust contract lifecycle management (CLM) framework to drive compliance, execute change orders, and capture value through strategic renewals.
• Strategic Vendor Ecosystem & Performance Management
  • Partnership Ecosystem: Serve as the primary commercial owner for strategic infrastructure partners, cultivating executive-level, collaborative relationships.
  • Governance & Continuous Improvement: Implement a rigorous supplier governance framework, leading Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) to monitor performance, address operational bottlenecks, and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
  • Risk Mitigation: Proactively manage multi-dimensional supplier risks, ensuring adherence to contractual obligations, insurance mandates, and safety (EHS) standards.
• Cross-Functional Management & Business Partnering
  • Influence Without Authority: Act as the "commercial CEO" of your infrastructure portfolio, collaborating with Real Estate, Operations, Engineering, Finance, and Legal to align on multi-million dollar project timelines, budgets, and technical specifications.
  • Strategic Advisory: Provide executive leadership with commercial expertise and market intelligence to guide strategic decisions on network expansion and operational design.

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • Completing or recently completed an MBA degree.
  • 3+ years of pre-MBA experience in Management Consulting, Corporate Strategy, Real Estate Finance, Commercial Procurement, or Supply Chain Infrastructure.
  • Exceptional capability in building financial models and cost analysis trackers.
  • Proven track record in structuring and managing high-value deals or complex capital projects.
  • Mastery in articulating value propositions and executing high-stakes negotiations across diverse categories (e.g., Real Estate, Construction, Equipment).
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • A self-starter with a "builder" mindset, excelling in ambiguous environments and driving flawless execution.
  • Sophisticated presentation and communication skills to influence leadership and align cross-functional teams.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $102,600 - $143,640 annually. Compensation may vary based on qualifications, skills, experience, and location. Base pay is part of a total package that may include 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, and life insurance.
• Wellbeing benefits.
• 10 paid holidays, 10 paid sick days, and 17 days of Paid Personal Time per year (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).

About the company

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

We strive to create value for our communities, inspire creativity, and foster an inclusive environment where diverse voices are celebrated. Our culture is built on curiosity, humility, resilience, and a commitment to continuous innovation. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and grow as one team.