IT Procurement Manager

ByteDance; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company in Singapore is seeking an experienced procurement professional to join their Corporate Functions team. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience in IT-related procurement, particularly in managing suppliers, with a deep understanding of the APAC market. Proficiency in Mandarin is required for addressing internal stakeholders. This role emphasizes cost optimization, supplier performance management, and data-driven analysis to enhance procurement efficiency.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in IT-related procurement and relevant supplier management with insight into the APAC market.
• Be highly self-motivated and able to proactively identify problems.
• Proficiency in Mandarin is required for communication.

Responsibilities

• Search for and integrate IT industry supplier resources.
• Establish a data-driven procurement analysis.
• Detect problems in the IT procurement process and formulate strategies.
• Promote cost optimization through supplier selection strategies.
• Manage supplier performance for project delivery.

Skills

IT-related procurement experience

Supplier management

Proficiency in Mandarin

Problem identification in procurement

Job description

Overview

Location: Singapore
Team: Corporate Functions
Employment Type: Regular
Job Code: A53137

Responsibilities

Team Introduction

ByteDance Procurement aims to provide high-quality purchasing solutions for ByteDance 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 ByteDance procurement behavior, fostering a healthy long-term business environment.

• Based on global business requirements, search for, develop, and integrate IT industry supplier resources (software, hardware, data service, etc.) that meet the requirements.
• Establish a comprehensive data-driven procurement analysis, identify optimization points in IT industry resource management and the whole procurement process, and actively implement them.
• Actively detect problems in the entire process of IT procurement and delivery, formulate regional or global procurement strategies of supplier sourcing, selection and delivery management, and continuously optimize procurement processes and strategies.
• Continuously promote cost optimization through reasonable planning of supplier selection strategies and negotiations, and ensure compliance.
• Through continuous management of suppliers' performance, ensure the timeliness of project delivery and service quality, and build long-term and stable cooperative relationships with high-quality suppliers.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2 years experience in IT-related procurement (such as software, hardware, data service, etc.) and relevant supplier management. Have a deep insight into the APAC market.
• Be highly self-motivated, able to proactively identify problems in IT procurement, and promote the continuous development and progress of related projects.
• Proficiency in Mandarin is required to communicate with internal stakeholders based in Mainland China.

Preferred Qualifications:

• International IT category procurement project experience or work experience in multinational companies are preferred.
• Professional certifications related to procurement or project management (such as CPSM, CIPS, or PMP, etc.) are preferred.

Job Information

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 and Pico as well as platforms specific to the China market, including Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, ByteDance has made it easier and more fun for people to connect with, consume, and create content.

Why Join ByteDance

Inspiring creativity is at the core of ByteDance's mission. Our innovative products are 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 enrich life - a mission we work towards every day.

As ByteDancers, 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. 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.

Diversity & Inclusion

ByteDance 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 ByteDance, our mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. 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.