The posting
Job Title:
Head of TikTok Live Operations (North America)
Location:
North America (Preferred: West Coast, US)
Employment Type:
Full-time
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Head of TikTok Live Operations to lead and build our TikTok Live business in the North American market. This role is a 0–1 leadership position, responsible for end-to-end live commerce strategy, execution, and team building, with full ownership of live GMV and performance.
This is a high-impact role reporting directly to senior leadership, ideal for candidates with strong overseas live commerce experience and a proven track record of delivering results.
Key Responsibilities
- Own the overall TikTok Live business in North America, including: Live studio setup and operations Live commerce strategy and execution Product selection and merchandising strategy Live marketing mechanics and paid traffic integration
- Build and manage the live commerce team from scratch, including: Hosts / streamers Influencer & creator collaborations Live operations and product teams Post-sale and operational coordination
- Establish SOPs, training systems, and performance management processes
- Lead TikTok content and live strategy across: Live streaming Influencer-led live sessions Brand-owned live accounts
- Analyze performance data (GMV, conversion rate, ROI, traffic efficiency) and continuously optimize strategies to improve results
- Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, supply chain, and operations teams
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree or above
- 5–10 years of relevant experience in live commerce, content commerce, or social e-commerce
- Proven experience in planning and executing live streaming campaigns with measurable GMV results
- Strong team-building and people management experience
- Excellent data analysis and problem-solving skills
- Strong understanding of TikTok ecosystem, especially TikTok Live and TikTok Shop
- Fluent in English (working proficiency required)
- Able to travel frequently or be based overseas long-term
- Highly results-driven, resilient, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Based in the US with citizenship or permanent residency (green card)
- Prior experience building live commerce operations in North America
- Experience with cross-border DTC or global consumer brands
- Familiar with both influencer-led and brand-owned live streaming models
Interview Process
- 2 interview rounds TikTok / Live Commerce Lead Executive Leadership (COO level)



