Local Merchant Operations Manager
TikTok
Local Merchant Operations Manager
TikTok
Short-form video platform with ads
About the Team The authenticity of TikTok has created a new way for brands and merchants to meaningfully connect with creators and the community. Through an innovative Commerce platform that helps shoppers discover and purchase products within the app, TikTok Commerce enhances promotion and sales for merchants and brands with an entertaining user experience. We are committed to supporting local merchants and creators through our safe and trusted shopping platform. Responsibilities: 1、Merchant Development. Develop a deep understanding of the local market in the Middle East, including user needs and category trends. Identify high-potential brands, retailers, and traders, and lead the onboarding and early-stage growth of quality local merchants； 2、Business Growth. Take full ownership of business performance for the assigned merchant portfolio, and develop and execute phased business plans covering assortment planning and merchandising strategy； 3、Data Driven Program Management. Use both quantitative and qualitative analysis to drive decision-making, support project scoping, prioritization, and progress tracking, and manage core business metrics including orders, product supply, content marketing performance, and conversion； 4、 Cross-team Collaboration. Work closely with cross-functional teams including Category, Content, Marketing, Product, Policy, and Logistics to drive merchant success. Capture merchant feedback to support platform improvement, and scale best practices, collaboration mechanisms, and business impact across projects.
Minimum Qualifications 1、Bachelor's degree or above, with 4+ years of relevant experience in commerce, platform operations, merchant management, brand management, or local market development； 2、Strong understanding of user insights, category opportunities, merchant strategy, and platform business models, with a strategic mindset and proven end-to-end business execution capabilities； 3、Strong analytical skills, clear and structured thinking, and solid experience in proposal writing and synthesizing insights. Excellent cross-functional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to independently drive projects forward； 4、Familiarity with the local retail, commerce, and brand ecosystem in the Middle East, as well as local merchant operating models； 5、Fluent English and Arabic communication skills for day-to-day work and business discussions are required. Preferred Qualifications 1、Existing local merchant, brand, or channel resources will be a strong advantage； 2、Prior experience in the Middle East, GCC, or UAE commerce market is preferred； 3、Candidates with a good understanding of content marketing, creator ecosystems, or social commerce will be an advantage.
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 is a short-form mobile video platform that lets people create, discover, and share quick videos. Users upload vertical clips, edit them with built-in tools, and browse a personalized feed powered by an algorithm that highlights relevant content. Advertisers can use in-feed ads, branded hashtags, and the Business Center to plan and measure campaigns, making it easy for brands to reach a global audience. Its goal is to inspire creativity and bring joy by helping people express themselves and by connecting brands with a wide audience.
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