Procurement & Admin Coordinator (Mandarin-Speaking)

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Edinburgh is seeking a Procurement & Admin Coordinator (Mandarin-Speaking) to support sourcing and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will be proactive and organized, fluent in Mandarin and English, and passionate about children's education.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Mandarin and English required.
• Experience in procurement or administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify suppliers and manage purchasing processes.
• Maintain stock records and organize documentation.
• Communicate with Chinese-speaking suppliers.

Skills

Mandarin

English

Research

Organizational Skills

Job description

Job Title: Procurement & Admin Coordinator (Mandarin-Speaking)
Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Employment Type: Permanent Full-time (Office-based)
Organisation: Humanitarian Operations – A Children's Education Charity

About Us

We are a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free, high-quality education to children in need. Our work is grounded in the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to learn and thrive. As we grow, we seek a dedicated Procurement & Admin Coordinator to support sourcing, purchasing, and administrative tasks.

Role Summary

The Procurement & Admin Coordinator will identify and source high-quality, cost-effective items (tech accessories, office furniture, educational tools, etc.) for our programs. The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, research-driven, and fluent in Mandarin and English to liaise with suppliers in China.

Key Responsibilities

• Research & Procurement: Identify suppliers, compare prices, quality, and reliability, manage purchasing processes, and build supplier relationships.
• Administrative Support: Maintain stock records, organize documentation, coordinate procurement needs, and support office administration.
• Communication: Communicate with Chinese-speaking suppliers, translate documents and emails as needed.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Mandarin (spoken and written) and English is required.
• Experience in procurement, research, supply chain, or administration preferred.
• Strong internet research skills; familiarity with Chinese e-commerce platforms is a plus.
• Attention to detail, organizational skills, and passion for nonprofit work in children's education.

What We Offer

• A meaningful role contributing to children's education.
• Flexible work environment and growth opportunities.

About HOPE

Humanitarian Operations (HOPE), established in 2004, is dedicated to eradicating educational inequality worldwide, leveraging technology to provide free education for children in need. We value teamwork, honesty, and flexibility, fostering an environment for growth and innovation.

What is it like to work at HOPE?

We operate in an agile, start-up culture, celebrating individuality and ideas. Our work environment is collaborative, relaxed, and focused on quality and innovation. We support personal growth and believe in creating a vibrant, supportive workplace where everyone can thrive.