US Logistics Partnership Management Graduate (Global Procurement) - 2027 Start (MBA)

TikTok; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

TikTok is seeking a US Logistics Partnership Management Graduate to join Global Procurement in Seattle. You will define and execute a partnership playbook for major carriers, manage the lifecycle of negotiations, and optimize contracts to support scalable US fulfillment operations.

The role requires an MBA and 3+ years of pre-MBA strategy or logistics experience, with strong analytical and executive communication skills. Regular employment in a dynamic, high-growth tech environment is offered.

Qualifications

• MBA or equivalent degree completed or near completion.
• 3+ years pre-MBA experience in Strategy/Corporate Strategy/Partnerships or Logistics.
• Strong negotiation, cost-structure analysis, and ROI modeling skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute a comprehensive partnership playbook for logistics providers (national/global, regional, niche).
• Lead end-to-end partnership lifecycle: RFP/RFQ, price negotiations, and quarterly contract optimization.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to map capabilities, allocate resources, and mitigate supply chain risks.

Skills

Strategic negotiation

Analytical rigor

Executive communication

Builder mindset

Education

MBA

Job description

US Logistics Partnership Management Graduate (Global Procurement) - 2027 Start (MBA)

Location:

Seattle

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Code:

A257104B

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Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Partner Segmentation & Ecosystem ArchitectureDefine and execute a comprehensive partnership playbook tailored to different tiers of logistics and supply chain providers:- National/Global Giants (e.g., UPS, FedEx, USPS): Drive executive-level engagement and Joint Business Plans (JBP). Focus on macro-capacity lock-ins, structural cost negotiations, and long-term strategic alliances to ensure baseline stability and economies of scale.- Regional Champions: Architect the introduction strategy for regional carriers to fill geographic gaps and optimize localized costs. Develop agile onboarding frameworks, strict SLA ramp-up protocols, and dynamic volume allocation models.- Niche & Tech-Driven Innovators (e.g., Gig-economy, Same-day Delivery Startups): Identify disruptive market players. Design and execute pilot programs, oversee API/EDI tech integrations, and stress-test scalability to build a resilient and innovative fulfillment network.
2. From Strategy to Execution: Full Lifecycle Management- Commercial Execution: Manage complex carrier bidding (RFP/RFQ) and price negotiations. Continuously optimize contract terms quarterly to maintain fierce price competitiveness and service quality, directly impacting the bottom line (P&L).- Operationalizing the Strategy: Translate high-level partnership strategies into executable operational metrics. Establish a robust, tiered supplier management system incorporating SLAs, KPIs, and proactive risk alert mechanisms.- Continuous Improvement: Monitor compliance and operational performance closely. Manage Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) with external partners to drive continuous cost reduction and service enhancement.
3. Cross-Functional Management & Scalability- Act as the primary owner of your partnership portfolio. Collaborate extensively with internal operations, strategy, finance, and product/engineering teams to deliver capability mapping and sophisticated resource allocation models.- Manage and influence without authority by developing, implementing, and optimizing cross-functional processes that enable our US fulfillment operations to scale exponentially.- Proactively identify systemic supply chain risks and develop data-backed mitigation strategies.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualification(s)- Individuals who are completing or have recently completed a MBA degree.
• Experience: 3+ years of solid pre-MBA experience in Strategy Consulting, Corporate Strategy, Commercial Partnerships, or Supply Chain/Logistics Management.
• Strategic Negotiation & Commercial Acumen: Proven track record in high-value contract negotiations and articulating complex value propositions. Capable of deconstructing cost structures, analyzing financial reports, and designing profit-maximizing partnership models.
• Analytical Rigor: Exceptional statistical and data analysis skills. Ability to build complex models to forecast volume, cost, and ROI under various scenarios.
• Preferred Qualification(s)- Bias for Action: A "builder" mindset. You excel in navigating ambiguity and are just as comfortable presenting board-level strategies as you are diving deep into operational execution.
• Communication: Executive presence with sophisticated presentation and verbal/written communication skills. Ability to influence stakeholders both internally and externally.

Job Information

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $102600 - $143640 annually.

Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.

Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).

The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.

For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:

1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;

2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and

3. Exercising sound judgment.

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.

Diversity & Inclusion

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.

TikTok Accommodation

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