Supply Chain Planning Manager - NPI
Graphcore•6h ago
United KingdomOnsiteFull-timeMid Level5+ yrs exp
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Supply Chain ManagerSupply Chain Analyst
- 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.
- At Graphcore, the Supply Chain Planning Manager - NPI role offers an outstanding opportunity to be at the center of the AI revolution. You will join a team that plays a vital role in driving the next generation of AI breakthroughs. This is an outstanding chance to contribute to a company that is making a genuine impact in the world!
- Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain demand forecasts and material plans for lab equipment, engineering components, prototype parts, and consumables.
- Work closely with Engineering, R&D, and Operations teams to guarantee the smooth implementation of supply chain processes.
- Partner with Procurement to ensure timely sourcing and delivery of critical materials and components.
- Monitor material readiness, inventory levels, and supplier commitments to prevent disruptions in engineering projects and lab operations.
- Analyse material shortages, excess inventory, and supply risks; implement mitigation plans to prevent schedule impacts.
- Translate project roadmaps, build schedules, and engineering change activities into actionable material plans.
- Perform scenario analysis to determine the impact of supplier lead times, material constraints, demand fluctuations, and schedule changes.
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI), engineering builds, and prototype development by ensuring timely availability of materials and equipment.
- Requirements
- Over 5 years of experience in supply chain management, preferably within the high-tech industry.
- Proven experience in supporting Engineering, R&D, laboratory operations, prototype builds, or NPI programs.
- Solid understanding of supply chain planning, demand forecasting, and inventory management.
- Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
- Proficiency in Excel (including VBA), data modeling, automation, and ERP systems.
- Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Superset.
- Strong communication and reporting skills, with a proven ability to work collaboratively across teams.
- Hardware product-related sourcing experience is strictly required.
- Differentiators
- Joining a world-class team that leads advancements in AI innovations.
- A collaborative and inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives.
- Opportunities to work with ambitious projects and brand new technology.
- A role that directly contributes to the success of groundbreaking AI developments.
- We welcome people of different backgrounds and experiences
- we’re committed to building an inclusive work environment that makes Graphcore a great home for everyone. We offer an equal opportunity process and understand that there are visible and invisible differences in all of us. We can provide a flexible approach to interview and encourage you to chat to us if you require any reasonable adjustments.
Required skills
supply chain managementdemand forecastinginventory managementExcelVBAdata modelingautomationERP systemsPower BITableaudata visualization