Technical Sourcing Manager

At Graphcore, we’re building the future of AI compute.We’re a team of semiconductor, software and AI experts, with deep experience in creating the complete AI compute stack - from silicon and software to infrastructure at datacenter scale.As part of the SoftBank Group, backed by significant long-term investment, we are delivering key technology into the fast-growing SoftBank AI ecosystem.To meet the vast and exciting AI opportunity, Graphcore is expanding its teams around the world.We are bringing together the brightest minds to solve the toughest problems, in a place where everyone has the opportunity to make an impact on the company, our products and the future of artificial intelligence.

Secure the specialist supply chain behind Graphcore’s next generation AI hardware.

As Technical Sourcing Manager, you will lead strategic sourcing for PCBA components from our Taipei team. You will report to the Supply Chain Director and own important hardware categories.

Your work will help Graphcore secure the quality, cost and continuity needed for hardware production. You will work close to regional suppliers and internal teams to keep critical components moving.

You will identify, evaluate and select suppliers, negotiate agreements and manage key vendor relationships. You will also partner with engineering, manufacturing and quality teams during new product introduction.

This role offers real ownership across commercial decisions, supplier performance and long-term sourcing strategy in a high-impact AI compute business.

You will join Graphcore’s Supply Chain team, within the Operations group. The team is based across Bristol and Taiwan, supporting the manufacturing subcontract supply chain behind Graphcore’s hardware.

Work happens through close supplier engagement, clear commercial judgement and practical problem solving with engineering, manufacturing and quality teams. Decisions are shaped by data, supplier insight and supply chain risk.

You will be trusted to act quickly, take responsibility and speak up when sourcing choices affect delivery. Your impact will show in stronger partnerships, better resilience and smarter procurement processes.

• At least five years of supply chain experience, with strong exposure to the high-tech sector.
• Deep understanding of material planning cycles, EE component suppliers and OEM/ODM partnerships.
• Proven procurement experience across electronics or hardware manufacturing, including PCBA component sourcing.
• Strong commercial judgement, analytical skills and the ability to manage complex supplier relationships.
• Confidence working across Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality teams to support project delivery.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Mandarin is preferred for supplier and regional partner coordination.

While we have outlined a set of requirements, we value transferable skills and diverse experiences. We also welcome engineers returning to the profession after a career break, including through returnship routes.

Graphcore is one of the world’s leading innovators in Artificial Intelligence compute. 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.

As 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.

Graphcore’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 brings together deep expertise to solve complex problems and deliver meaningful progress in AI compute.

Ready to shape the supplier partnerships behind Graphcore’s next generation AI hardware? Apply now to join the team in Taipei.