TikTok
Why Join Us
At TikTok, our people are humble, intelligent, compassionate and creative. We create to inspire – for you, for us, and for more than 1 billion users on our platform. We lead with curiosity and aim for the highest, never shying away from taking calculated risks and embracing ambiguity as it comes. Here, the opportunities are limitless for those who dare to pursue bold ideas that exist just beyond the boundary of possibility. Join us and make impact happen with a career at TikTok.
About the Team
Content partnerships are a critical means by which we drive user growth, awareness, and usage of TikTok. The ideal candidate should be an experienced leader who has a track record across key media industries, as well as experience in leading deal negotiations in fast-paced environments and coordinating multiple projects simultaneously in line with market strategy.
About the position
This role requires a passion for the media industry, online video and technology. We are looking for experienced individuals who can display sound judgement in response to complex situations, create a collaborative work environment and strives to develop teams to achieve the best performance.
Responsibilities
– Lead and coach the DE Sports vertical team
– Develop and own the Sports strategy for Germany, based on market and partner needs, data insights and closely aligned with the wider xfn team
– Work with global Sports team in resource management, as well as rollout out of Sports strategies adapting local insights
– Track, analyze and drive to optimize the performance of local content partners
– Regularly communicate data-driven vertical and partner insights to senior leadership and interface regularly with other XFN teams to ensure consistency across the company
– Industry spokesperson responsibilities
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
– Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent practical experience
– In-depth domain knowledge about the German and global Sports industry
– Existing senior relationship network within Sports industry
– Experienced in people management with a proven leadership track record
– Communication and coaching skills; including the ability to evaluate performance and provide feedback.
– 8+ years experience media and/or digital industry, with a focus on digital programming, partnerships and business development
– Advanced fluency in German language and English is required
Preferred Qualifications:
– Extensive experience working cross-functionally and with all levels of management
– Deep passion for TikTok, mobile entertainment, social media and popular culture.
– Proven track record of driving change and innovation across organizations
– Experience using data driven insights and analytics to inform business decisions
– 4+ years of experience managing a team of direct reports.
– Strong negotiation and deal-making skills
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.
To apply for this job please visit careers.tiktok.com.