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About Fractile
Fractile was founded in 2022 on the bet that, eventually, the world’s most capable AI systems would be limited in their impact by the time taken to produce useful outputs. We bet everything on the logical conclusion: that the only way to truly unlock this latent value, to make speed viable at scale, was to radically re-invent the hardware that we run our frontier AI models on. Ever since, we have been building chips and systems that tackle this problem: how to efficiently generate output at thousands of tokens per second, while handling the complexity and capacity challenges of operating large models at very long contexts.
The workloads that push to the limits of the current frontier are already transformational; it is the technical and economic limits on inference speed that are constraining progress. The defining work of the 21st century will be marked by the engine of inference delivering immense and diffuse chains of intellectual inquiry, in drug discovery, in software engineering, in materials discovery, in any field where progress is driven by deep reasoning and intelligence to resolve complex problems.
Fractile is building silicon, systems and software which will redefine the frontier of AI: running the world’s most advanced models at radically higher speed and lower cost. We have an exceptional team across hardware and software capable of bringing about this change, and we are growing fast to meet demand and deliver our product at scale.
We are seeking a Senior Supply Chain Procurement Engineer based in the UK to lead technically informed sourcing and supplier engagement for electronics and electronic components. This role sits at the intersection of engineering, manufacturing, and procurement, ensuring that component and manufacturing sourcing decisions are optimised for cost, availability, quality, and long-term scalability.
The ideal candidate brings strong electronics knowledge, hands-on experience with suppliers and EMS partners, and the ability to influence design and sourcing decisions early in the product lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Engineering-Led Sourcing & Procurement
Lead sourcing and procurement activities for electronic components (ICs, passives, PCBs, connectors, electromechanical parts) and EMS/CM services
Provide technical input into sourcing decisions, supplier selection, and component qualification
Own RFQs, cost breakdowns, and technical-commercial evaluations
Drive should-cost modelling and cost-down initiatives
Supplier & Manufacturing Partner Engagement
Act as the technical procurement interface to component manufacturers, distributors, and EMS/CM partners
Lead supplier negotiations on pricing, lead times, MOQs, capacity commitments, and technical constraints
Support supplier audits, capability assessments, and qualification activities
Work closely with suppliers to resolve technical, quality, or supply issues
NPI & Product Lifecycle Support
Support NPI sourcing from concept through production, including BOM cost roll-ups and sourcing readiness
Partner with design engineering to influence component selection for availability, lifecycle, and risk
Manage PCNs, EOLs, and last-time-buy strategies in collaboration with engineering and operations
Support ECO implementation and component transitions
Supply Risk & Continuity Management
Identify and mitigate risks related to single-source components, long lead times, and constrained supply
Develop alternate sourcing and dual-source strategies
Support buffer strategies and supply continuity planning
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Reporting
Partner closely with engineering, manufacturing, quality, finance, and programme teams
Provide clear reporting on cost, supplier performance, supply risks, and mitigation plans
Mentor junior procurement or supply chain engineers as required
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related technical field
At least 8 years of experience in electronics procurement, supply chain engineering, or manufacturing sourcing
Strong understanding of electronic components, EMS/CM operations, and global electronics supply chains
Proven experience managing technically complex sourcing and supplier negotiations
Skills & Competencies
Strong technical judgement applied to sourcing and procurement decisions
Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills
Analytical mindset with experience in cost modelling and BOM analysis
Ability to influence engineering and operations without direct authority
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and advanced Excel
Preferred Experience (Nice to Have)
Familiarity with global component distributors and allocation management
Experience working in regulated or compliance-driven environments
How we work
Ownership and execution: you will have full agency to drive your work forward
Rapid iteration: we all work directly with top leadership to move from idea to hardware on ambitious timelines
Full-stack engagement: hardware, software, silicon, and modelling teams all work closely together to create a product with generational impact
Optimistic and pragmatic: we possess the will to win, and to do the hard work to get us there
Team player mentality: the mission is bigger than any of us, and we have the curiosity and technical focus to see the best idea shipped, no matter who’s it is
About us
Founded in 2022, team of 70+, which is expanding rapidly
Modern, open offices in London and Bristol
Collaborative, problem-solving culture built on deep curiosity, entrepreneurial initiative and technical fluency
Export control and security clearance
Certain roles may involve working on technologies subject to export restrictions. Applicants may be required to undergo additional eligibility checks to ensure compliance with applicable law.
What We Offer
Competitive salary: A competitive salary reflective of your experience and the specialist nature of the role.
Equity & Ownership: meaningful equity so everyone shares in the value creation
Benefits: Private Medical, Dental and Vision, Contributory Pension, 25 Days holiday plus bank holidays and Life/Critical Illness Insurance.
Diverse & fun office: we believe the hardest problems get solved by the broadest range of minds. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity through attracting and retaining a diverse team and building an inclusive environment.
Fractile is seeking to increase the clock speed of global progress, one chip at a time. We’ve recently raised $220M from investors including Founders Fund and Accel and our most important work lies ahead. Join us!
Export controls
Our work involves technologies subject to UK, US and other international export control regulations. Certain roles may require additional eligibility checks to ensure compliance with applicable law. We'll be transparent about this throughout the hiring process.
