About the job
Responsibilities
TikTok
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and its offices include New York, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.
Why Join Us
Creation is the core of TikTok's purpose. Our platform is built to help imaginations thrive. This is doubly true of the teams that make TikTok possible.
Together, we inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we all believe in and aim towards achieving every day.
To us, every challenge, no matter how difficult, is an opportunity; to learn, to innovate, and to grow as one team. Status quo? Never. Courage? Always.
At TikTok, we create together and grow together. That's how we drive impact - for ourselves, our company, and the communities we serve.
Join us.
About the Team
The Language Management Center provides localization and translation services across ByteDance’s Global Business Solutions. Our scope includes localizing content for the TikTok for Business official website, external communications, marketing solutions, sponsorship plans, training materials, and knowledge center articles.
We are looking for a Localization Project Manager to join our team in Tokyo, Japan. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in executing localization projects, managing a diverse range of assignments, and ensuring quality and efficiency in the localization workflow.
Responsibilities
Oversee the end-to-end localization process, from project initiation to execution and closure.
Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, particularly stakeholders in Japan and APAC, ensuring smooth collaboration.
Work closely with internal requestors and external Language Service Providers (LSPs) to deliver high-quality localized content on time.
Analyze source files to anticipate challenges and implement preventive measures.
Keep track of localization project budgets to ensure efficient and effective spending.
Organize training sessions for LSPs, review feedback, and troubleshoot project-related issues.
Identify process inefficiencies and propose improvements for better workflow, tool utilization, and system optimization.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
At least 4 years of experience in localization project management.
Strong verbal and written communication skills in both English and Japanese.
Proven track record of managing localization projects and working with LSPs, particularly in Japan and the APAC region.
Detail-oriented, quality-driven, and able to manage multiple tasks effectively.
Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with computer-aided translation (CAT) tools such as SDL Studio, XTM Cloud, or WorldServer.
Cross-functional collaboration experience with product, marketing, or engineering teams.
D＆I
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
