Non-Technical Sourcer - E-Commerce - San Jose (Third-Party Associate)

Non-Technical Sourcer - E-Commerce - San Jose (Third-Party Associate) Location: San Jose Employment Type: Third-party Associate Job Code: A01524 Responsibilities Our E‑commerce team creates the entire commerce experience that connects creators, sellers, and buyers across the globe. We build innovative technology that powers live shopping, product discovery, checkout and logistics, making shopping on TikTok joyful, engaging, and effortless. Operating in a fast‑paced, constantly evolving environment, our Talent Acquisition team prioritizes agility, innovation, and impact. As a Sourcer on this team, you’ll own the discovery and engagement of exceptional talent and bring deep expertise in talent mapping and competitor analysis to inform strategy. Develop targeted sourcing strategies with hiring managers and recruiters across English‑speaking and Chinese‑speaking regions, leveraging LinkedIn, niche job boards, and internal databases to proactively headhunt hard‑to‑find talent. Engage and evaluate talent through thorough outreach, pre‑screening, and interviews, summarizing detailed candidate profiles that highlight key differentiators and providing actionable insights to hiring teams. Own the process by managing the full lifecycle of sourcing responsibilities, reviewing candidate queues, scheduling interviews, following up on feedback, and ensuring a seamless candidate experience. Understand the market by conducting competitor analysis and talent mapping to inform hiring strategies and provide data‑driven insights on industry trends and talent availability. Build and nurture relationships to cultivate robust talent pipelines, ensuring a steady flow of high‑quality prospects for current and future hiring needs. Maintain meticulous records in the ATS and sourcing tools, ensuring data accuracy and delivering regular updates on sourcing progress and key metrics to stakeholders. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications 1+ years of sourcing experience across diverse, non‑technical functions, in either an in‑house or agency setting. Fluency in both English and Mandarin; the role involves frequent communication with global teams, clients, and stakeholders in English‑speaking and Chinese‑speaking markets. Strong ability to prioritize, multitask, and operate effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment. Excellent communication and organizational skills, with keen attention to detail. Proficient in sourcing tools and techniques, including LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, and other professional platforms. Data‑driven mindset with the ability to generate and present actionable insights and reporting to stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications 1+ years of experience sourcing or recruiting in high‑growth, fast‑paced, or startup‑like environments. Ability to navigate global, rapidly evolving organizations with adaptability and resilience. Proven success supporting high‑volume requisitions while partnering closely with regional stakeholders. Demonstrated stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trust and influence across multiple levels of an organization. Important Note This is a 12‑month temporary assignment managed by a third‑party agency, who will be your employer. While you may be assigned to work at TikTok, you will not be a TikTok employee. All contractual terms, including payroll and benefits, will be handled by a third‑party agency. By applying, you agree that the information provided in your application may be processed and retained by TikTok for recruitment purposes and shared with a third‑party agency in accordance with TikTok's Applicant Privacy Notice. Benefits, if any, will be provided by your contracting vendor/agency. The hourly rate range for this position in the selected city is $29 – $50. 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. The employer reserves the right to request a clean record for duties that involve handling confidential information or exercising sound judgment. TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at #J-18808-Ljbffr