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It is developing hardware, software and systems infrastructure that will unlock the next generation of AI breakthroughs and power the widespread adoption of AI solutions across every industry.\nAs part of the SoftBank Group, Graphcore is a member of an elite family of companies responsible for some of the world’s most transformative technologies. Together, they share a bold vision: to enable Artificial Super Intelligence and ensure its benefits are accessible to everyone.\nGraphcore’s teams are drawn from diverse backgrounds and bring a broad range of skills and perspectives. A melting pot of AI research specialists, silicon designers, software engineers and systems architects, Graphcore enjoys a culture of continuous learning and constant innovation.\nJob Summary\nWe are seeking a Global Sourcing Manager - Contract Manufacturing to help define and lead the strategic sourcing and supplier management strategy for contract manufacturing partners supporting Graphcore’s AI infrastructure platforms.\nThis leadership role partners closely with Engineering, Product, and Executive Leadership to secure best-in-class capacity, cost, quality, and delivery performance for critical manufacturing partners and ensure supply continuity for global infrastructure deployment.\nThe Team\nThe Global Sourcing Management (GSM) team defines and executes supplier strategies across Graphcore’s hardware and infrastructure ecosystem.\nThe team partners with engineering, product management, and supply chain teams to build long-term supplier relationships that support Graphcore’s technology roadmap and infrastructure growth.\nResponsibilities and Duties\nBe responsible for the end-to-end sourcing strategy for contract manufacturing partners supporting AI infrastructure platforms.\nBuild, lead, and mentor a high-performing sourcing team.\nDevelop and execute multi-year supplier and commodity strategies aligned with engineering roadmaps.\nLead complex executive-level negotiations including long-term agreements and capacity reservations.\nDrive cross-functional alignment across Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, and Legal.\nInfluence supplier ecosystems and manufacturing partner roadmaps aligned with internal product strategies.\nDevelop cost models and implement should-cost frameworks.\nEnsure supply continuity through capacity planning and risk mitigation.\nConduct executive supplier business reviews to monitor performance and drive improvements.\nEnsure supplier agreements protect Graphcore’s long-term strategic and operational interests.\nCandidate Profile\nEssential\nBachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Computer Science, Finance, or related technical discipline.\nDemonstrated ability in technical and commercial sourcing.\nStrong experience sourcing within contract manufacturing ecosystems.\nProven experience negotiating multi-year strategic supplier agreements.\nStrong financial acumen including cost modeling and total cost of ownership analysis.\nExcellent executive communication and stakeholder engagement skills.\nDesirable\nDeep expertise in contract manufacturing ecosystems supporting hyperscale infrastructure.\nExperience working within AI infrastructure, semiconductor, or cloud hardware environments.\nStrong relationships with electronics manufacturing service (EMS) providers.\nExperience structuring joint development agreements and strategic manufacturing partnerships.\nExperience operating in rapidly scaling infrastructure environments.\nIn addition to a competitive salary, Graphcore offers flexible working and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing and financial future. 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