About the role#
As a Logistics Partnership Management Project Intern, you will join the TikTok Shop operations team in the United States. You will contribute to projects that support the growth of our e-commerce ecosystem. This is a full-time, on-site internship based in Seattle. We review applications on a rolling basis and require a minimum commitment of 3 months.
What you'll do#
- Research and evaluate logistics and supply chain service providers in the U.S. market.
- Build supplier evaluation frameworks that cover cost analysis, capability assessment, and risk identification.
- Prepare RFQ/RFP materials and assist with bidding and vendor selection.
- Track SLA and KPI metrics within our tiered supplier management system.
- Analyze cost, volume, and service quality data to support quarterly contract reviews.
- Manage vendor accounts, purchase orders, and procurement documentation.
- Perform cost structure analysis on fulfillment services to identify savings and negotiation strategies.
- Develop procurement dashboards and reports to support data-driven decisions.
- Collaborate with operations, product, and strategy teams to align procurement with business goals.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor or Master degree program in Business Management, Supply Chain, International Trade, Economics, or a related field.
- Proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Experience in procurement, supply chain, logistics, or operations from previous internships.
- Familiarity with e-commerce fulfillment models like FBA or 3PL.
- Understanding of the U.S. logistics market and key service providers.
- Experience with supplier negotiation, RFQ processes, or cost analysis.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Bonus points for proficiency in SQL, Python, BI tools, or Mandarin.
Location & details#
- Location: Seattle, Washington, United States.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $23.75 per hour.
- Duration: Minimum 3 months.
About TikTok
TikTok operates as an entertainment provider. The company maintains a global presence with offices in cities including Los Angeles, Singapore, New York, London, and Tokyo. It employs over 92,000 people. The organization is privately held.
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