Procurement Manager

The PureGym Way

PureGym is one of Europe's largest fitness operators, focused on giving more people good, affordable fitness. In Denmark and Switzerland you get the backing of a large group with the pace and closeness of a small regional team. If you like ownership, variety and seeing your work show up in the results, you'll fit in well here.

We offer:

• Broadband Allowance: Stay connected seamlessly! Enjoy the perks of a broadband allowance, ensuring you're always plugged in and ready to conquer your professional and personal pursuits.
• Pension scheme: Secure your future with a robust pension scheme, ensuring financial stability and a worry-free retirement.
• Holiday allowance: Choose your preferred perk! Enjoy an extra 2.2% of your salary or savor an additional 5 days of vacation—flexibility tailored to your preferences.
• Childs first sick day: Provide peace of mind for parents with the assurance that your child's first sick day is supported.
• Health Insurance (through PFA): Prioritize your well-being and your family's with inclusive health coverage, encompassing a wide range of services from rehabilitation to acupuncture, ensuring comprehensive care.
• Free training Nationwide: Invest in your professional development with the opportunity for free training across the country, empowering you to grow and excel in your career.
• Delicious lunch arrangement at HQ (paid by employee): Savor the convenience and culinary delights of a delicious lunch arrangement at headquarters, creating a pleasant work environment where you can recharge and connect with colleagues.
• Discount agreements with Synoptic, Radisson etc.: Enjoy exclusive perks with discount agreements at top establishments like Synoptic and Radisson, treating yourself to savings on various services and experiences.

The Role

Procurement Manager (German Speaking)

Copenhagen, Denmark (Hybrid - 2-3 days per week in the office)

6-Month Fixed-Term Contract

Applications Close: 11th November

Please submit your application in English

At PureGym, procurement plays a critical role in enabling growth, managing risk, driving operational excellence and delivering commercial value across the business.

We're looking for a commercially astute Procurement Manager to join our international Procurement team on a 6 month basis based in Copenhagen to look after procurement needs across the Swiss Market.

This is an opportunity for someone familiar with the complexity of managing indirect procurement across Switzerland, with an understanding of regional supplier landscapes and the challenges of delivering consistent national solutions.

to lead strategic sourcing initiatives, influence senior stakeholders across multiple functions, and deliver tangible business impact within one of Europe's leading fitness operators.

If you enjoy combining strategy, stakeholder engagement and commercial negotiation in a fast-paced international environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

• Lead high-profile sourcing projects across the Swiss market within a growing international business
• Influence senior stakeholders across Operations, Property, IT, Finance, HR and Marketing
• Work within a modern procurement function that embraces technology, data and AI-enabled ways of working
• Join a collaborative team spanning Denmark, the UK and the US
• Contribute to procurement transformation, continuous improvement and strategic decision-making
• Enjoy a flexible hybrid working model with exposure to international projects

About the Team

Our Procurement function consists of approximately 19 colleagues across Denmark, the UK and the US, operating across three specialist areas:

• Strategic Sourcing
• Contracts & Governance
• Special Projects

Working collaboratively across these teams, Procurement supports the business in securing value for money, managing supplier risk and delivering sustainable commercial outcomes.

As part of our Strategic Sourcing team, you'll work alongside experienced Procurement Managers and procurement specialists to drive sourcing excellence across a broad range of spend categories.

What You'll Be Doing

You'll take ownership of end-to-end sourcing projects, working closely with stakeholders to deliver commercial, operational and strategic objectives across the Swiss market.

Strategic Sourcing & Commercial Delivery

• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned to business and functional priorities.
• Lead RFIs, RFPs, market reviews, benchmarking exercises, contract renewals and supplier negotiations.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimisation, service improvements and risk reduction.
• Analyse market trends and supplier capabilities to drive innovation and value creation.
• Deliver measurable benefits through effective sourcing and negotiation strategies.

Project & Stakeholder Leadership

• Lead sourcing projects from initial business case through to supplier implementation and mobilisation.
• Partner with stakeholders to define requirements and develop sourcing strategies.
• Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across multiple business functions.
• Provide commercial advice and challenge where appropriate to support effective decision-making.
• Communicate procurement activity, risks and progress clearly throughout project lifecycles.

Supplier & Contract Management

• Lead commercial negotiations and support contract discussions.
• Partner with Contract Managers and Legal teams to finalise supplier agreements.
• Support supplier due diligence and governance processes.
• Contribute to supplier performance reviews and quarterly business reviews.
• Act as an escalation point for supplier and contractual issues.

Procurement Excellence

• Promote procurement governance, policies and best practices.
• Support the delivery of procurement KPIs, including savings, compliance and supplier risk management.
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes and ways of working.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of procurement strategy and capability.

The Person

You'll be an experienced procurement professional who combines strong commercial judgement with excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.

Essential Experience

• 5+ years' experience in a procurement or strategic sourcing role.
• Proven success leading competitive tender processes and complex negotiations.
• Demonstrable track record of delivering commercial value, cost savings and business benefits.
• Experience managing multiple concurrent sourcing projects.
• Strong supplier relationship and performance management experience.
• Experience working within a structured procurement environment.

Qualifications and Skills

• Commercially minded with the ability to balance cost, risk and service considerations.
• Confident influencer who can build credibility with senior stakeholders.
• Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Strategic thinker with a solutions-focused approach.
• Highly organised with excellent project management capabilities.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced and evolving business environment.
• Collaborative team player who enjoys working across functions and geographies.
• Able to review and negotiate standard contractual terms and conditions with confidence.

Technical Skills

• Experience working with Source-to-Pay (S2P) and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) systems.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience using AI-enabled tools such as Microsoft Copilot, Claude or equivalent.
• Experience using project management platforms such as Monday.com or similar.

Languages

Professional fluency in German and English is essential.

Please submit your application in English

Join us on our mission is to bring high quality, affordable fitness to everyone, everywhere.

PureGym is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our company mantra is ‘Everybody Welcome’ and we are dedicated to promoting a diverse and inclusive place to work.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the advert may be withdrawn at any time. Early application is encouraged.