General Procurement Specialist, AMS Corporate Functions San Jose Regular

Team Introduction

The Procurement Team plays a critical role in the business by managing the strategic design and execution of end-to-end processes for acquiring goods and services sustainably and in compliance with business standards. We oversee sourcing and onboarding vendors, optimizing key company systems and processes, maintaining a strategic outlook on procurement activities, and ensuring all contracts meet legal, project, and business requirements.

We are seeking a dynamic and versatile Procurement Specialist 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 Byte Dance's rapidly growing operations.

• 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 Administration, 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 Byte Dance’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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in procurement within indirect categories.
• 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).

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $88,000 - $151,112 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…