ByteDance
Responsibilities
Category Management: Develop and implement category strategies for general services such as Construction, Facility Management, Catering, Physical Security, HR Services, and Customized Goods to align with business goals and operational requirements.
Vendor Sourcing and Management: Identify, onboard, and manage vendors, lead sourcing initiatives (RFX, contract negotiation, partnership management), and build a qualified supplier pool.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as a trusted advisor to business units (Administration, Security, Food Services, Real Estate), fostering constructive relationships and a deep understanding of their needs.
Program Standardization: Lead efforts to develop standardized procurement programs across regions to optimize costs, improve lead times, and enhance operational consistency.
Procurement Operations: Manage end-to-end procurement processes, including contract execution, tracking project deliverables, and ensuring compliance with ByteDance’s policies and standards.
Cross-Regional Coordination: Collaborate with global and regional partners to identify best practices, align strategies, and determine when initiatives should expand globally.
Risk Management: Conduct risk assessments and monitor supplier performance to ensure reliability, mitigate disruptions, and align with business goals.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
3+ years of experience in procurement within indirect categories.
Strategic thinking: Ability to develop category intelligence, analyze supply markets, and create data‑driven procurement strategies.
Collaboration skills: Proven ability to work with cross‑functional teams, navigate ambiguity, and build strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers.
Communication excellence: Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex customer needs into actionable procurement plans.
Project management: Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication, organization, time management, and problem‑solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in procurement within indirect categories.
Experience in sourcing and managing General Services categories (Construction, Facility Management, Catering, Physical Security, HR Services, Customized Goods).
Global perspective: Familiarity with global procurement practices and the ability to provide region‑specific recommendations.
Relevant certifications (e.g., CPSM, CIPS).
About Us Founded in 2012, ByteDance’s mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including TikTok, Lemon8, CapCut, Pico, and platforms specific to the China market such as Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, ByteDance makes it easier and more fun for people to connect, consume, and create content.
Why Join ByteDance Our innovative products help people authentically express themselves, discover, and connect. Our global, diverse teams enable rapid growth and impactful work. By constantly iterating and fostering an “Always Day 1” mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users.
Diversity & Inclusion ByteDance is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. We celebrate diverse voices and create an environment that reflects the many communities we reach.
Reasonable Accommodation ByteDance is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs, or other protected reasons. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please reach out to us at
https://tinyurl.com/RA-request .
Job Information Compensation (Annually): $88,000 – $151,112. The base salary may vary based on qualifications, skills, and location. Additional incentives may include discretionary bonuses and restricted stock units.
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision insurance; 401(k) 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 with tenure). Benefit details may vary by jurisdiction.
For Los Angeles County candidates: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
Seniority level: Associate
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries: Technology, Information and Internet
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Category Management: Develop and implement category strategies for general services such as Construction, Facility Management, Catering, Physical Security, HR Services, and Customized Goods to align with business goals and operational requirements.
Vendor Sourcing and Management: Identify, onboard, and manage vendors, lead sourcing initiatives (RFX, contract negotiation, partnership management), and build a qualified supplier pool.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as a trusted advisor to business units (Administration, Security, Food Services, Real Estate), fostering constructive relationships and a deep understanding of their needs.
Program Standardization: Lead efforts to develop standardized procurement programs across regions to optimize costs, improve lead times, and enhance operational consistency.
Procurement Operations: Manage end-to-end procurement processes, including contract execution, tracking project deliverables, and ensuring compliance with ByteDance’s policies and standards.
Cross-Regional Coordination: Collaborate with global and regional partners to identify best practices, align strategies, and determine when initiatives should expand globally.
Risk Management: Conduct risk assessments and monitor supplier performance to ensure reliability, mitigate disruptions, and align with business goals.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
3+ years of experience in procurement within indirect categories.
Strategic thinking: Ability to develop category intelligence, analyze supply markets, and create data‑driven procurement strategies.
Collaboration skills: Proven ability to work with cross‑functional teams, navigate ambiguity, and build strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers.
Communication excellence: Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex customer needs into actionable procurement plans.
Project management: Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication, organization, time management, and problem‑solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in procurement within indirect categories.
Experience in sourcing and managing General Services categories (Construction, Facility Management, Catering, Physical Security, HR Services, Customized Goods).
Global perspective: Familiarity with global procurement practices and the ability to provide region‑specific recommendations.
Relevant certifications (e.g., CPSM, CIPS).
About Us Founded in 2012, ByteDance’s mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including TikTok, Lemon8, CapCut, Pico, and platforms specific to the China market such as Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, ByteDance makes it easier and more fun for people to connect, consume, and create content.
Why Join ByteDance Our innovative products help people authentically express themselves, discover, and connect. Our global, diverse teams enable rapid growth and impactful work. By constantly iterating and fostering an “Always Day 1” mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users.
Diversity & Inclusion ByteDance is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. We celebrate diverse voices and create an environment that reflects the many communities we reach.
Reasonable Accommodation ByteDance is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs, or other protected reasons. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please reach out to us at
https://tinyurl.com/RA-request .
Job Information Compensation (Annually): $88,000 – $151,112. The base salary may vary based on qualifications, skills, and location. Additional incentives may include discretionary bonuses and restricted stock units.
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision insurance; 401(k) 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 with tenure). Benefit details may vary by jurisdiction.
For Los Angeles County candidates: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
Seniority level: Associate
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries: Technology, Information and Internet
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