Procurement Specialist Graduate - 2027 Start

Responsibilities Procurement at TikTok plays a key role in delivering high-quality purchasing solutions and building a global platform for sourcing resources. By managing procurement professionally, selecting reliable suppliers, and monitoring performance, we aim to improve efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and compliance across the company helping to foster a sustainable business environment. We are looking for talented individuals to join our team. As a graduate, you will get opportunities to pursue bold ideas, tackle complex challenges, and unlock limitless growth. Successful candidates must be able to commit to an onboarding date by the end of the year. Please state your availability and graduation date clearly in your resume. Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing initiatives across marketing categories (e.g. media, creative agencies, production, digital marketing, events, PR), securing competitive and value-driven commercial terms.
• Manage the end-to-end procurement process for marketing-related goods and services, from strategic planning and vendor selection through to contract execution and delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key marketing suppliers and agencies, tracking performance through regular reviews and ensuring service-level agreements are met.
• Partner closely with internal stakeholders including Marketing, Brand, Legal, and Finance to understand business objectives, influence decision-making, and provide procurement expertise tailored to marketing spend.
• Conduct ongoing market intelligence and benchmarking to stay abreast of pricing trends, supplier innovations, and industry dynamics, with a focus on marketing and communications.
• Ensure procurement activities within the marketing category are compliant with internal policies, governance frameworks, and ethical standards.
• Develop and implement category strategies and cost-saving initiatives within marketing procurement to drive efficiency, transparency, and value across campaigns and initiatives. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
• Individuals who are completing or have recently completed a Bachelor's degree.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse, cross-functional teams.
• Basic analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data, make informed decisions, and solve problems.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-moving, ever-changing environment. Preferred Qualifications
• Internship experience in a related field, ideally within a multinational organisation.
• Basic knowledge of procurement practices and market trends in the EMEA region. Job Information 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 work towards every day. We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make 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. Join us.

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.