Special Project Strategist
TikTok
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 1 year · MBA / PGDM
- Must know
- OnboardingSocial mediaOperationsStatisticsBusiness analysisProject management
- Work
- On-site in Los Angeles
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Operations52%Social media10%Onboarding9%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 3, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
As a Special Project Strategist, you will shape merchant success, user experience, and the next phase of e-commerce growth in the US. You will have opportunities to pursue bold ideas, tackle complex challenges, and unlock limitless growth. Successful candidates must be able to commit to an onboarding date by the end of the year.
About the Team
The TikTok Shop US operations team aims to deliver high-quality products together with a unique customer experience via TikTok. We are an entrepreneurial team, passionate about shaping the future of shopping and pioneering Content & Creator commerce in the US.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and execute strategic projects to develop and optimize category strategies for TikTok Shop category teams, driving long-term GMV growth, profitability, and operational efficiency.
- Partner closely with cross-functional (XFN) teams to define goals, pilot initiatives, and identify key areas for continuous improvement.
- Conduct data-driven analysis, competitor benchmarking, and hypothesis testing to solve business challenges and identify new growth opportunities.
- Work with product & tech teams to design scalable, tech-driven solutions that lower entry barriers for merchants and enhance overall platform competitiveness.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Individuals who are completing or have recently completed an MBA degree in Business Analytics, Economics, Data Science, or a related discipline.
- Good logical thinking, business analysis ability, systematic thinking, and critical thinking ability.
- Strong learning ability, execution ability, stress resistance, communication and coordination, resource integration ability, and project management ability.
- Interest in e-Commerce business; Internship experience in e-Commerce or having a solid understanding of the industry landscape is a plus.
- Familiar with TikTok and other content platforms; experience in content-based eCommerce (brand and/or platform-side) is highly preferred.
- Strong network and connections with brands and/or retailers are a plus.
- Passion for TikTok and eCommerce, eager to exceed challenging goals while building something truly unique to the market.