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TikTok Shop - Sub-Category Lead, London

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TikTok

Nov 3, 2024

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Marketing
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • London

Requirements

  • Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or above
  • 5+ years of working experience
  • Strong track record in leading a category and delivering consistent growth;
  • Experience in managing diverse teams. Ability to drive results by collaborating with crossfunctional teams;
  • Excellent communication, presentation and analytical skills.
  • Quick learner, proactive and resilient. Ability to cope well under pressure and thrive in ambiguous environments.
  • Independent thinker, eager to win, grounded and focus on real impact
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience working in a fast-paced start-up environment
  • Experienced in category management at an e-commerce company, a large retailer, brand or agency side
  • Strong sense of social content (livestream and short-video is a preference), practical experience in the social commerce, content marketing, influencers, and creativity in the categories is a plus
  • Strong network of E-Commerce industry landscape, consumer demands, digital evolution and mobile transformation is preferred

Responsibilities

  • Defining the long-term strategy, leading key initiatives, and setting future direction of the Category
  • Hiring and coaching the best talent
  • Acquiring partners by actively identifying, prioritising and onboarding to the platform
  • Developing partners by driving and managing end to end partnerships
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to unlock partners' potential on the platform, drive brand growth and adoption of livestream and short videos
  • Navigating through ambiguity, adapting to frequent changes and influencing key stakeholders to drive decisions for the category
  • Decomposing complex problems, devising new approaches and creating scalable solutions

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of the Sub-Category Lead at TikTok Shop?

The main responsibility is to define the long-term strategy, lead key initiatives, and set the future direction of the category while acquiring and developing partners on the platform.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor's degree or above and a minimum of 5 years of working experience are required, along with a strong track record in leading a category and delivering consistent growth.

Is experience in e-commerce necessary for this role?

Yes, experience in category management at an e-commerce company, large retailer, brand, or agency side is preferred.

What skills are essential for this job?

Essential skills include excellent communication, presentation, and analytical abilities, as well as the capacity to thrive in ambiguous environments and cope well under pressure.

Will the Sub-Category Lead be managing a team?

Yes, the role involves hiring and coaching the best talent and managing diverse teams to drive results.

Is previous experience in a fast-paced start-up environment beneficial?

Yes, experience working in a fast-paced start-up environment is preferred for this role.

Are creative skills related to social content important for this position?

Yes, a strong sense of social content and practical experience in areas like social commerce, content marketing, and creativity in the category are considered beneficial.

What is TikTok's commitment to diversity and inclusion?

TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives, celebrating diverse voices within the workplace.

What type of partnerships will the Sub-Category Lead be involved in?

The Sub-Category Lead will actively identify, prioritize, and onboard partners while driving and managing end-to-end partnerships on the platform.

Where is the TikTok Shop Sub-Category Lead position located?

The position is located in London.

Entertainment & Media
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2017
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

TikTok is a social media platform where users create and share short videos on various topics, including entertainment, education, and lifestyle. Their ultimate goal is to inspire creativity and bring joy to people's lives through engaging and entertaining content. TikTok's purpose is to provide a platform for self-expression and connection, fostering a global community where individuals can express themselves authentically and connect with others who share similar interests and passions.