Senior Manager, Indirect Global Procurement - USDS

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.
At TikTok, we create together and grow together. That's how we drive impact - for ourselves, our company, and the communities we serve.
Join us.

Team Intro
We are a progressive procurement organization pushing the boundaries of traditional procurement reputation and methodologies. We are looking for individuals who can think outside the box to achieve company objectives regarding value and partnerships with our suppliers. Our organization moves quickly, and you must too. As a member of the TikTok Procurement team, you will play a critical role in building the capability and standards of the Procurement function and will support its development and sustainability by ensuring service delivery excellence. The Procurement Lead will be tasked with developing compelling procurement solutions which will directly impact business performance and increase market competitiveness.

In order to enhance collaboration and cross-functional partnerships, among other things, at this time, our organization follows a hybrid work schedule that requires employees to work in the office 3 days a week, or as directed by their manager/department. We regularly review our hybrid work model, and the specific requirements may change at any time.

Responsibilities
The Senior Manager, Indirect Global Procurement, will oversee and manage the overall direction and management for activities including but not limited to category management, sourcing, supplier relationship management and purchasing policies and processes. As a Senior member of the organization, you will:
- Provide overall direction to the Procurement Organization including efforts to reduce costs, mitigate risks, improve spend compliance and establish best practices.
- Monitor and measure Sourcing and Procurement organization effectiveness against established performance metrics.
- Develops a highly qualified and effective Procurement Organization
- Facilitate change management with colleagues and key stakeholders throughout the organization.
- Monitor and enforce compliance to existing processes and policies and develops new policies and procedures in the areas of category management, sourcing, supplier relationship management and purchasing
- Approves high dollar contracts and purchase orders.
- Identifies large-scale business opportunities and improvement initiatives that support system strategic objectives while maximizing profitability.
- Drive use of procurement practices and standardization of procurement processes while minimizing risk
- Originates new concepts and innovative approaches for the organization; develops skills of supporting team and provides performance review reporting.
- Influences large strategic sourcing and purchasing decisions
- Monitors spending for adherence to budget, recommends variances as necessary.
- Establish KPI/Metrics and reporting

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
- B.S./B.A. degree in Business (or other related degree programs), MBA highly desired
- 4+ years of Strategic Sourcing/Procurement experience, Performance Measurement, Contract Negotiation, Project Management, Category Management, Business Analytics or Change Management
- Strong knowledge of category management, strategic sourcing, and supplier relationship management processes
- Proven track record in delivery of complex, cross-functional sourcing and procurement initiatives on time and on budget
- Demonstrated success in leveraging company-wide spend by ensuring the implementation of global/international agreements.
- Knowledge and experience with best practice processes, tools, and procurement/spend systems data and analysis

Preferred Qualifications
- Strong organizational, planning and problem-solving skills - multi-task oriented with strong attention to detail
- Strong people management, development and coaching experience.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to facilitate change management with colleagues and key stakeholders (perceptive and adaptable)
- Must be able to interface at all levels of the organization and with suppliers to solve problems when facing evolving demands
- Knowledge and experience of strategic sourcing processes, organization, technology required. Nationally recognized professional certification preferred (Certified Purchasing Manager or Certified Professional Contract Manager).

D&I Statement
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.

Accommodation Statement
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/ktJP6

Data Security Statement
This role requires the ability to work with and support systems designed to protect sensitive data and information. As such, this role will be subject to strict national security-related screening.

Job Information

[For Pay Transparency] Compensation Description (annually)

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $96600 - $172400 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.