Hiring: Category Manager Graduate (TikTok Shop - Elevated Home) - 2027 Start (MBA) Company: TikTok Location: Los Angeles, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-09 17:57:37 Employment Type: Full-time Target Skills & Keywords: E-commerce, Category Management, Merchant Acquisition, Merchant Incubation, Retail Category Management, Content Commerce, Creator Partnerships, Affiliate Marketing, Merchandising, Data Analytics, Cross-functional Collaboration, Business Development, TikTok Shop Experience: - Individuals who are completing or have recently completed an MBA degree - Internship or full-time experience in an e-commerce marketplace business or retail category management is a plus - Familiarity with TikTok content ecosystem, shoppable content, and brand-creator partnerships is a plus Required Skills: - Quick learner, proactive and resilient - Ability to thrive in ambiguity and adjust fast to change - Structured thinking with good data sense and very strong analytical skills - Excellent communication and cross-team collaboration, skilled at moving things forward - Passion for business and aim for higher goals Qualifications: - Acquire and incubate merchants to support category growth - Discover innovative collaborative models aligned with merchants' short-term and long-term development plans, and invest platform resources effectively and efficiently - Solve key challenges in business growth through strong collaboration with cross-functional teams - Employ a consultative approach by offering strategic content, creator/affiliate/agency partner, merchandising, and logistical solutions to all clients - Update clients on TikTok Shop product developments and new promotional opportunities Compensation: - Base salary range: $102,600 - $143,640 annually - Compensation may vary based on qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location - May be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives and restricted stock units - Day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and wellbeing benefits - 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year, and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure) Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don’t miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!