Procurement Specialist, AMS
TikTokResponsibilities The Procurement Team plays a critical role in the business by managing the strategic design and execution of end-to-end processes for acquiring goods and services sustainably and in compliance with business standards. We oversee sourcing and onboarding vendors, optimizing key company systems and processes, maintaining a strategic outlook on procurement activities, and ensuring all contracts meet legal, project, and business requirements. We are seeking a dynamic and versatile Procurement Specialist to support a wide range of General Services categories, including but not limited to Construction, Facility Management, Catering, Physical Security, HR Services, and Customized Goods. This role will serve as a key business partner, collaborating with internal stakeholders to manage procurement processes, drive efficiencies, and deliver cost-effective solutions across TikTok's rapidly growing operations. Responsibilities: - Support and execute end-to-end procurement activities across assigned categories, from understanding business requirements and sourcing suppliers to negotiation, contracting and delivery. - Partner with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and develop commercially sound procurement solutions valuable to the organisation. - Conduct market research, benchmarking and supplier analysis to identify market trends, sourcing opportunities, potential risks and cost-saving opportunities. - Identify, evaluate and engage suppliers based on capability, quality, cost, service and business requirements, while building effective long-term supplier relationships. - Support commercial and contract negotiations, monitor supplier performance and work with relevant stakeholders to resolve performance, delivery or procurement-related issues. - Analyse procurement and market data to generate insights, support decision-making and provide clear, evidence-based recommendations. - Ensure procurement activities comply with internal policies and applicable requirements, while contributing to the continuous improvement of procurement processes, tools and ways of working. Qualifications Minimum Qualification(s) - Bachelor’s degree. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and use insights to support decision-making. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and external suppliers. - Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver work effectively in a fast-paced environment. - Proactive, curious and adaptable, with a willingness to learn and take increasing ownership of procurement activities. - Ability to work effectively across functions, cultures and geographies. - Ability to work in the office five days a week and travel internationally as required. Preferred Qualification(s) - 1+ years of professional experience in procurement, sourcing, supply chain, consulting, commercial operations or another relevant field. - Familiarity with procurement processes, tools and systems. - Experience working in a multinational, technology or other fast-paced organisation. - Exposure to contract negotiation, supplier performance management or procurement-related data analysis. - Interest in using AI and emerging technologies to improve procurement processes and ways of working. About TikTok 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 we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo. Why Join Us Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we…