Global Sourcing Director - Supply and Demand Planning
Graphcore
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Practise the Global Sourcing Director - Supply and Demand Planning at Graphcore interview free →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.
We are seeking a Global Sourcing Director to lead supply and demand planning across Graphcore’s global operations. This role will sit at the intersection of Finance, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, and Operations to translate market demand into actionable supply chain strategies. You will drive forecasting, sourcing, inventory optimization, and operational scalability to support the rapid growth of next-generation AI infrastructure platforms.
The TeamThe Supply Chain and Operations team is responsible for enabling Graphcore’s global product delivery and operational excellence. The team collaborates cross-functionally to manage sourcing, forecasting, inventory, and supplier engagement to ensure reliable execution across the business.
Responsibilities and Duties- Develop and execute end-to-end demand and supply plans across global product lines and inventory channels.
- Own the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process and align supply plans with financial and business objectives.
- Collaborate with Finance, Sales, Marketing, and Engineering teams to support operational and product planning.
- Identify supply risks, demand fluctuations, and operational constraints, and develop mitigation strategies.
- Drive New Product Introduction (NPI) transitions, minimizing excess and obsolete inventory exposure.
- Define, track, and report key performance indicators including forecast accuracy, inventory metrics, and delivery performance.
- Lead business process optimization initiatives to improve supply chain scalability, automation, and operational efficiency.
- Partner with suppliers and external stakeholders to ensure supply continuity and sourcing effectiveness.
- Provide leadership and mentorship across sourcing and planning functions.
Essential:
- Demonstrated ability in logistics management, sourcing, or demand planning related to AI infrastructure or high-scale technology environments.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Supply Chain, Business, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field.
- Strong expertise with forecasting, ERP systems, and supply planning tools such as SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis, or Blue Yonder.
- Advanced analytical and data-driven decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex operational data to executive leadership.
- Experience leading cross-functional operational planning and process improvement initiatives.
- Strong interpersonal skills paired with the capacity to balance multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.
Desirable:
- MBA or MS complemented by comparable experience in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience with SQL, Tableau, Power BI, Python, or R for reporting and forecasting automation.
- Background in consumer electronics, AI infrastructure, or data center hardware environments.
- Professional certifications such as APICS (CPIM/CSCP) or PMP.
- Experience working in global sourcing and supply chain organizations.
In addition to a competitive salary, Graphcore offers flexible working and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing and financial future. Our benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), disability and life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, commuter benefits, wellness services and an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). 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.
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