Procurement Specialist - General Services

TikTok; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading video platform in London seeks an experienced Procurement Manager to manage procurement activities across EMEA. Responsibilities include supplier selection, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with stakeholders. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of procurement experience. The role emphasizes negotiation skills and effective communication within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of procurement experience.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage category spend and business requests.
• Engage with internal stakeholders for compliance.
• Conduct market research for industry trends.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Contract management

Data analysis

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Ariba

Coupa

Job description

Responsibilities
About the Team
Procurement aims to provide high-quality purchasing solutions for the company and establish a global platform for purchasing resources. Through providing professional management of procurement resources, selecting high-quality suppliers, and managing supplier performance, we aim to improve the efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and compliance of the company's procurement practices, fostering a sustainable business environment.

Responsibilities
- Manage category spend and business requests in Europe, Middle East, and Africa, including supplier qualification, selection/sourcing, SOW and SLA, and KPI performance management.
- Manage procurement E2E operational activities to handle PR/Acceptance/Payment to suppliers.
- Engage with internal stakeholders and responsible for internal compliance, cost saving, and customer satisfaction.
- Collaborate with global and regional teams to continuously optimise procurement process ensuring that it reflects the market reality whilst delivering procurement efficiency to the business requirements.
- Conduct market research to stay informed about industry trends, pricing, and supplier capabilities. Provide deep insights that benefit stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, ethical standards, and company policies in all procurement activities.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree.
- Minimum 2 years of solid procurement experience with strong negotiation and contract management skills.
- Good communication and negotiation ability, strong data analytical and logical reasoning skills.
- Critical thinking to embrace changes and look for breakthroughs as a change agent to deliver success.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills to effectively liaise with diverse, cross-functional teams and stakeholders across multiple time zones, ensuring seamless project execution and alignment with global organisational objectives.
- Ability to manage ambiguity, conflict, and change effectively in a fast-moving, ever-evolving working environment.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree.
- Experience managing a full procurement lifecycle in a global organisation.
- Professional certifications (e.g., CIPS, PMP, Six Sigma).
- Proven experience as a Procurement Manager in a multinational organisation.
- In-depth knowledge of procurement regulations, best practices, and market trends in the EMEA region.
- Familiarity with procurement software and tools such as Ariba and Coupa.

About TikTok
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. Our global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, with 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 helps people express themselves, discover, and connect. Our diverse teams create value for communities and foster creativity and joy. We value curiosity, humility, and impact, encouraging learning and innovation. Join us to grow together and achieve limitless possibilities.

Diversity & Inclusion
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive environment where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and perspectives. We celebrate diversity and aim to reflect the communities we serve. We hope you share our passion for this mission.