Localization Project Manager, LMC GBM

Overview Our Language Management Center (LMC) team within Global Business Marketing (GBM) offers an array of translation and localization services to all TikTok functional teams. Our teams’ working scope includes written content that will appear on the TikTok For Business official website, external communication materials, sponsorship plans, marketing solutions, training materials, and articles posted on our knowledge center. We are currently looking for a Localization Project Manager to join our team. The applicant should have a proven record of executing complex projects and managing a wide variety of assignments while adhering to the highest standards of quality and integrity. Responsibilities Manage each step of the localization process: initiating, executing, and closing projects Communicate effectively and proactively with stakeholders—especially stakeholders from the North America markets—to ensure effective cross-team collaboration Coordinate with internal requestors and external LSPs to guarantee on‑time, high‑quality delivery of written content Analyze source files to identify potential challenges and establish preventative measures Keep a running record of financial data for each project to ensure expenditure does not exceed the budget Organize training sessions for LSPs to review feedback and troubleshoot all project‑related issues Propose suggestions to the team for process improvement and tool and system optimization Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree or equivalent practical experience is required Minimum 4 years of localization project management experience Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English Proven track record of managing language localization projects and previous experience collaborating with LSPs in the North America Detail‑oriented, quality‑focused with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with computer‑aided translation platform or tools such as SDL Studio, XTM Cloud, or WorldServer Cross‑functional collaboration experience working with stakeholders from product, marketing, or technology teams is a plus Job Information The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $92,340 - $159,600 annually. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units. Benefits Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 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). The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice. Employment Eligibility Notice For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues; Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; Exercising sound judgment. #J-18808-Ljbffr TikTok