MBA Strategy Lead - Category Growth

TikTok; Los Angeles, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 103,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

TikTok is seeking a Category Manager Graduate (TikTok Shop - Elevated Home) for a 2027 start in Los Angeles. The role focuses on acquiring merchants, incubating growth, and delivering collaborative solutions across teams.

Strong analytical, communication, and adaptability skills are essential. Prior internship/experience in ecommerce or retail category management is a plus. The position is based in Los Angeles with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• MBA degree completed or in progress.
• Ability to thrive in ambiguity and adjust quickly.
• Structured thinking with strong analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-team collaboration.
• Passion for business and aim for higher goals.
• Preferred: internship/full-time experience in ecommerce or retail category management.
• Familiarity with TikTok content ecosystem, shoppable content, and brand-creator partnerships is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Acquire and incubate merchants to support category growth.
• Discover innovative collaborative models that align with merchants' development plans and invest platform resources accordingly.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve growth challenges.
• Offer consultative solutions—content, partnerships, merchandising, and logistics—to clients.
• Update clients on TikTok Shop product developments and new promotional opportunities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Adaptability

Structured thinking

Proactiveness

Education

MBA degree

Job description

TikTok is seeking a Category Manager Graduate (TikTok Shop - Elevated Home) for a 2027 start in Los Angeles. The role focuses on acquiring merchants, incubating growth, and delivering collaborative solutions across teams.

Strong analytical, communication, and adaptability skills are essential. Prior internship/experience in ecommerce or retail category management is a plus. The position is based in Los Angeles with comprehensive benefits.