Sourcing Specialist Graduate (Supply Chain Management) - 2027 Start Technology - Infrastructure[...]

ByteDance; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

ByteDance in San Jose is seeking a proactive sourcing and supply chain professional to join the Infrastructure team. You will manage end-to-end procurement processes, bid support, contract lifecycle tasks, and supplier relationships to support CDN and data center operations.

This role emphasizes daily execution and process improvement, collaborating with Legal, Finance, Tax, Compliance, and Technical teams to drive cost efficiency and reliable supplier performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in related fields.
• Foundational knowledge of sourcing, procurement, vendor management, and contract management.
• Ability to support data sorting, progress tracking, and reporting for RFX processes.
• Detail-oriented, collaborative and able to engage with cross-department stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily sourcing strategies and operational work, business demand matching, progress tracking and regular work summary & report output.
• Support the whole process of bidding, RFX inquiry and procurement negotiation for projects and supplier docking.
• Take charge of end-to-end contract lifecycle management, including new contract signing, renewal, revision, and asset transaction arrangement.
• Coordinate with internal technical, product and account teams to track quotation progress and close projects.
• Sort out and maintain business price verification documents and ensure compliance with systems and specs.
• Assist in supplier development, onboarding, and cross-department coordination.
• Dock and communicate with internal teams and suppliers to solve business problems and ensure efficient execution.
• Provide data support for cost accounting, TCO analysis and sourcing strategy optimization.

Skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Supply chain knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Economics or related majors

Job description

Join us as we work together to inspire creativity and enrich life around the globe.

Location:

San Jose

Team:

Infrastructure

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Code:

A152597A

Responsibilities

We are building a professional infrastructure business sourcing & supply chain team responsible for end-to-end supplier sourcing, procurement management, contract lifecycle operation, vendor relationship maintenance and project business support for server, switch, RPDU and other data center miscellaneous (misc) & supporting services. Relying on standardized sourcing processes and compliant business operations, we support the stable operation and global business expansion of the company’s CDN, data center and infrastructure service business.The role focuses on both daily operational execution and standardized process landing, which is suitable for candidates with solid business literacy and strong execution to grow into professional sourcing and supply chain management talents.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.

Your core responsibilities include:

• Assist in daily business sourcing strategies and operational work, business demand matching, progress tracking and regular work summary & report output.
• Support the whole process of bidding, RFX inquiry and procurement negotiation for annual routine projects and temporary incremental projects, assist in sorting out project demands and completing supplier business docking.
• Take charge of end-to-end contract lifecycle management, including new contract signing, renewal, revision, and asset transaction arrangement.
• Follow up global/regional project quotation work, track supplier response progress, coordinate internal technical, product and account teams, and jointly promote the final landing and closing of projects.
• Sort out and maintain business price verification documents and process files, conduct regular document sorting and review, and ensure that all business operations comply with company systems and industry specifications.
• Assist in new supplier development, registration and access work, complete supplier business review, compliance verification and cross-department coordination, and enrich the company’s supplier resource pool.
• Dock and communicate efficiently with long-term cooperative suppliers and internal cross-functional teams (Legal, Finance, Tax, Compliance, Business, Technical teams) to solve business problems and ensure efficient business execution.
• Responsible for daily business data statistics and maintenance, regularly sort out business cost data, support cost accounting, TCO analysis and business optimization work, and provide data support for subsequent sourcing strategy adjustment.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Individuals who are completing or have recently completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Economics and other related majors
• Basic business literacy and market awareness, with an understanding of the fundamental logic behind sourcing, procurement, vendor management, and contract management
• Familiar with basic office and supply chain tools; able to support data sorting, progress tracking, report preparation, and RFX process initiation with guidance
• Detail-oriented, patient, and responsible, with the ability to balance repetitive operational tasks and project-based work
• Strong communication and coordination skills, comfortable engaging with cross-department and external stakeholders
• Foundational awareness of data center infrastructure supply chains - some familiarity with sourcing and delivery concepts for servers, switches, RPDUs, misc hardware, and VARs (Value Added Resellers) is a plus, whether gained through coursework, internships, or personal interest

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, co-op, or project experience in sourcing, procurement, vendor management, contract administration, or business operations
• Exposure to service sourcing, procurement bidding, contract lifecycle concepts, or supplier management through academic projects or internships
• Familiarity with RFX bidding, price verification, or supplier assessment concepts through coursework or internship exposure
• Interest or coursework/internship exposure related to data center hardware (servers, switches, RPDUs, misc equipment) procurement, infrastructure services, equipment leasing, global logistics, or cross-regional business support
• Strong learning ability and adaptability, with eagerness to quickly pick up new business processes; any cross-regional project experience (e.g., study abroad, international internships) is a plus
• An analytical mindset with interest in process optimization and continuous improvement
• Any exposure to supplier relationships, equipment operations, on-site service, or international/cross-border projects (through internships, study abroad, or coursework) is a strong plus

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.

Reasonable Accommodation

ByteDance 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://tinyurl.com/RA-request