General Procurement Manager, AMS

ByteDance • New York, NY

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About The Position

We are seeking a dynamic and versatile Procurement Manager to support a wide range of General Services categories, including but not limited to Construction, Facility Management, Catering, Physical Security, HR Services, and Customized Goods. This role will serve as a key business partner, collaborating with internal stakeholders to manage procurement processes, drive efficiencies, and deliver cost-effective solutions across ByteDance's rapidly growing operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in procurement within indirect categories.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop category intelligence, analyze supply markets, and create data-driven procurement strategies.
• Collaboration Skills: Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams, navigate ambiguity, and build strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers.
• Communication Excellence: Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex customer needs into actionable procurement plans.
• Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience in sourcing and managing General Services categories (e.g., Construction, Facility Management, Catering, Physical Security, HR Services, and Customized Goods).
• Global Perspective: Familiarity with global procurement practices and the ability to provide region-specific recommendations.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CPSM, CIPS).

Responsibilities

• Category Management: Develop and implement category strategies for various General Services areas, ensuring alignment with business goals and operational requirements.
• Vendor Sourcing and Management: Identify, onboard, and manage vendors to build a qualified supplier pool. Lead sourcing initiatives, including RFX, contract negotiation, and partnership management.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as a trusted advisor to business units such as Facilities, Security, Food Services and Real Estate, fostering constructive relationships and a deep understanding of their needs.
• Program Standardization: Lead efforts to develop standardized procurement programs across regions to optimize costs, improve lead times, and enhance operational consistency.
• Procurement Operations: Manage end-to-end procurement processes, including contract execution, tracking project deliverables, and ensuring compliance with ByteDance's policies and standards.
• Cross-Regional Coordination: Collaborate with global and regional partners to identify best practices, align strategies, and determine when initiatives should expand globally.
• Risk Management: Conduct risk assessments and monitor supplier performance to ensure reliability, mitigate disruptions, and align with business goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Publishing Industries
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees