Technical Sourcing Manager Bristol, UK

graphcore; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Technical Sourcing Manager to join their Supply Chain team in Bristol. The role involves sourcing electrical commodities and negotiating with suppliers to support production components. Ideal candidates will have a strong electronics background, experience in EE component sourcing, and a degree or equivalent qualification in a technical subject. Responsibilities include managing purchase orders, driving cost reductions, and collaborating with engineering teams. Advanced Excel skills and cost management experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong technical / electronics background is essential.
• Experience in EE component sourcing is a must.
• Degree or equivalent in an Engineering/Technical Subject required.
• Experience in applying budgeting and cost control techniques is needed.
• Advanced knowledge of cost management techniques is expected.
• Intermediate / advanced Excel skills required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineering to identify and source key components.
• Manage purchase orders and deliveries efficiently.
• Negotiate and expedite production component purchases.
• Research and qualify new suppliers to expand supply base.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives within the role.
• Monitor and report on supplier performance.

Skills

Strong technical / electronics background

Experienced in EE component sourcing

Advanced knowledge of cost management techniques

Intermediate / advanced Excel skills

Education

Degree/HNC or equivalent level in an Engineering/Technical Subject

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

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 enjoys a culture of continuous learning and constant innovation.

Job Summary

Our team is at the forefront of the artificial intelligence revolution, enabling innovators from all industries and sectors to expand human potential with technology. The availability of specialised artificial intelligence compute will be a decisive factor in AI’s rate of progress. Graphcore allows innovators to go further, faster. What we do, really makes a difference.

We are looking for a Technical Sourcing Manager who will report to the Procurement Manager and will have accountability for the delivery of project and programme procurement and cost services.

The Team

The role will be as part of the Supply Chain team at Graphcore. This team is part of the Operations group and has members in Bristol and Taiwan. The team is responsible for developing and maintaining a robust manufacturing subcontract supply chain for Graphcore.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Collaborate with the Graphcore engineering team to identify and source key electrical commodities and critical components (capacitors, resistors, memory, PCBs, cabling, etc.), ensuring alignment with Graphcore’s technical roadmap and business objectives.
• Manage purchase orders and deliveries.
• Negotiate, purchase, and expedite production components in support of NPI builds and business requirements.
• Research and qualify new suppliers to expand the supply base.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives and shorten delivery lead times.
• Navigate and manage complex, multi-layer BOMs with confidence.
• Monitor supplier performance and provide constructive feedback.
• Track and report actual vs. planned costs (PPV).
• Partner with other operations stakeholders to maintain accurate BoM cost updates.
• Verify NDA status with suppliers and coordinate renewals or execution of new agreements.

Candidate Profile

• Strong technical / electronics background.
• Experienced in EE component sourcing.
• Degree/HNC or equivalent level in an Engineering/Technical Subject.
• Will have experience in applying budgeting and cost control techniques within a complex environment.
• Advanced knowledge of cost management techniques.
• Have intermediate / advanced Excel skills, good knowledge of MS Office and ERP systems.