EMEA Procurement Manager - Dubai

Responsibilities

Founded in 2012, ByteDance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including TikTok 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.

About The Team

Procurement aims to provide high-quality purchasing solutions for the company and establish a global platform for purchasing resources. Through providing professional management of procurement resources, selecting high-quality suppliers, and managing supplier performance, we aim to improve the efficiency, cost-effectiveness and compliance of the company's procurement practices, fostering a sustainable business environment.

We are seeking a results-driven and strategic-thinking Procurement Manager to lead our procurement requests in the EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) region. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies, managing vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring cost-effectiveness and efficiency in the procurement process, and mainly focus on outsourcing and consulting services.

Responsibilities

• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure advantageous terms and conditions.
• Oversee the entire procurement process from requisition to delivery, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors, monitoring their performance and addressing any issues that may arise.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including department heads and project managers, to understand their procurement needs and provide strategic guidance.
• Conduct market research to stay informed about industry trends, pricing, and supplier capabilities. Provide deep insights that benefit stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, ethical standards, and company policies in all procurement activities.
• Implement and maintain procurement best practices to optimize efficiency and reduce costs.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills to effectively liaise with diverse, cross-functional teams and stakeholders across multiple time zones, ensuring seamless project execution and alignment with global organizational objectives.
• Ability to analyse data, make informed decisions, and solve complex problems.
• Willingness to travel internationally on a regular basis.
• Ability to manage ambiguity, conflict, and change effectively in a fast-moving, ever-evolving working environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree.
• Experience managing a full procurement lifecycle in a global organisation.
• Professional certifications (e.g. CIPS, PMP, Six Sigma).
• Proven experience as a Procurement Manager, preferably in a multinational organization.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement regulations, best practices, and market trends in the EMEA region.
• Familiarity with procurement software and tools such as Ariba and Coupa.

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.