Supply Chain Coordinator, Mandarin Bilingual

Supply Chain Coordinator, Mandarin Bilingual at Hire Overseas

We’re looking for a Supply Chain Coordinator who wants to be the real-time bridge between US leadership and Asian manufacturing partners. This role is for someone who speaks both Mandarin and English fluently and understands how vendors actually operate. You will sit at the center of production communication, vendor follow-ups, and timeline management. This is not a passive reporting role. It is about keeping production moving.

About Our Client

Our client is a fast-growing US-based outdoor lifestyle apparel brand founded in 2023 and headquartered in Denver. The company develops premium apparel programs for major destination resorts and national parks across the United States. In under three years, they have grown to multi-million dollar annual revenue and continue scaling quickly. They need someone in Asia who can operate in real time, communicate clearly, and help eliminate slow email chains.

Why You’ll Want to Join

• Full-time direct-hire role with long-term stability
• 100% remote setup so you can work wherever you’re most productive
• Direct exposure to US leadership and decision making
• Opportunity to grow with a brand that is scaling quickly
• Room for compensation growth based on performance and value

Working Schedule

• 8 hour shift
• 2 to 3 hours of required daily overlap between 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Mountain Time
• Must be based in East or Southeast Asia to align with vendor time zones

What You’ll Work On

Vendor Communication and Relationship Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for manufacturing partners across Asia
• Communicate production updates, changes, and requirements clearly
• Follow up consistently to ensure timelines are respected
• Build working relationships with factories, mills, and suppliers

Production Coordination and Tracking

• Monitor production schedules and request Work In Progress updates
• Flag delays or risks early
• Coordinate across multiple vendors to keep launches on track
• Help ensure instructions are understood and executed correctly

Translation and Cross Border Alignment

• Translate written and verbal communication between English and Mandarin
• Join calls with vendors and represent the US team clearly
• Bridge cultural and operational gaps between both sides

General Supply Chain Support

• Support purchase order tracking and documentation
• Maintain organized records of production updates
• Use Excel to manage simple tracking sheets and reporting
• Incorporate AI tools into workflows where helpful

What You Bring

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Vendor Management
• Experience working for a US-headquartered company managing Asian vendors
• Proven track record of managing vendor relationships and coordinating production timelines
• Fluent in Mandarin with the ability to conduct business conversations confidently
• Fluent in English at C1 or C2 level with strong written and verbal communication
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Demonstrated experience using AI tools to increase efficiency and streamline workflows

Value-Add Experience

• 5–8 years of experience in supply chain or procurement roles
• Experience in apparel or consumer goods production
• Familiarity with textile mills or garment manufacturing
• Located in East or Southeast Asia

How to Apply

Please include:

• Your updated resume
• A short 1 to 2 minute Loom video introducing yourself and explaining:
• Your vendor or supply chain experience
• Your experience communicating in Mandarin in a business setting

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a brief live Mandarin conversation assessment.

If you are operationally sharp, fluent in Mandarin and English, and confident managing vendor relationships across borders, this role offers ownership, visibility, and the opportunity to grow alongside a scaling consumer brand.

Key skills/competency

• Supply Chain Management
• Vendor Management
• Production Coordination
• Mandarin Fluency
• English Fluency
• Cross-Cultural Communication
• Microsoft Excel
• AI Tools for Efficiency
• Procurement
• Apparel Manufacturing