Sports Industry Strategy & Product Operations Manager

This role focuses on shaping strategic partnerships, exploring new collaboration models, and driving coordinated execution across business development, partnerships, and related teams.

Responsibilities

• Examine the sports landscape to uncover high-value partnership opportunities, set priorities, and develop practical strategies and solutions.
• Investigate innovative collaboration models to broaden the platform's reach in the sports domain.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with BD, Partnerships, and other groups to ensure timely and effective project delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience in sports strategy, consulting, or licensing; strong analytical mindset and data-driven decision making.
• Goal-oriented with excellent collaboration and communication skills; proven ability to manage projects and deliver results.
• Deep knowledge of the sports business landscape and B2B partnerships (IP/athletes, rights, marketing); proficient in strategy, planning, and business case development.
• Passion for sports, innovative thinker, and problem-solver; experience with sports IP or events is a plus.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Life insurance
• Wellbeing benefits
• 10 paid holidays per year
• 10 paid sick days per year
• 17 days of Paid Personal Time, prorated at start with tenure-based accruals

Location

Los Angeles, California (onsite)

Employment Type

Regular

Job Code

A229526A

About the Team

The Sports Product Team at TikTok aims to create a global platform that accelerates sports discovery, fan engagement, and vibrant community culture. The team strives to become the primary destination for sports enthusiasts worldwide and seeks a seasoned Product Strategy & Operations Manager who thrives on solving complex, cross-time-zone challenges, exploring user needs, and delivering innovative solutions.

LA County (Unincorporated) Candidates

• Interacting with internal and external clients and/or colleagues, sometimes without direct supervision.
• Handling and managing confidential information, including proprietary and trade secret data and access to IT systems.
• Exercising sound judgment in day-to-day activities.

TikTok Accommodation

TikTok provides reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs, or other protected reasons. If you need assistance, please reach out at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request.

About TikTok

TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video, dedicated to inspiring creativity and bringing joy. Our global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, with offices in major cities around the world.

Why Join Us

TikTok values creativity and connection, supporting a global, diverse team that builds an innovative product used by people to express themselves, discover content, and engage with communities around the world.

Diversity & Inclusion

TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every employee is valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. We celebrate diverse voices and strive to reflect the communities we serve in our team and products.

Job Information

The base salary range for this position in Los Angeles is $103,360 - $273,600 annually. Compensation may vary based on qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location. Base pay is part of the total compensation package and may be eligible for discretionary bonuses/incentives and restricted stock units. Benefits are available from day one and include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid parental leave, disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, 10 paid holidays, 10 paid sick days, and 17 days of Paid Personal Time prorated at hire with tenure-based accruals. The company reserves the right to modify these programs at any time.