Procurement Manager (6 Month FTC)

ph3The PureGym Way /h3 pAs part of the international /p h3Job Description /h3 h3The PureGym Way /h3 pAs part of the international bPureGym Group /b, we are the bsecond largest European gym operator /b. With bover 700 gyms worldwide /b, you can currently find us in the UK, USA, Saudi Arabia, Switzerland and Denmark. /p pWe Are a Dynamic And International Team Driven By Our Mission To Strengthen The Health And Well-being Of The Population. Our Goal Is To Provide a High Quality And Affordable Fitness Experience For Everyone, Everywhere. We Offer /p ul liA free gym membership for you + 1 /li liExclusive perks with our benefits package, including substantial discounts on a variety of products and services, both within out gyms and through other external providers /li liOur office is located in the greater Zurich area, including direct gym access /li liOur working hours are flexible /li liWe provide 25 days of vacation + 1 personal day /li /ul h3The Role /h3 pLocation: Hybrid, Zurich /p pType: Full Time /p pContract type: 6 Month Maternity Cover /p pApplication: 24th August 2026 /p pWe are looking for a bProcurement Manager (6 Month FTC) /b to join the Procurement Team. /p pThe Procurement Function consists of approximately 19 colleagues across the UK, US and Denmark. split across 3 sub-teams – Sourcing, Contracts Governance, and Special Projects. Whilst each team has their own specific responsibilities, the team work together in a highly collaborative environment to support the delivery of joint objectives. /p pThe Procurement Manager will sit within the Sourcing sub-team, working along side 8 other Procurement Managers / Procurement Officers. /p pThe Procurement Managers role is to ensure PureGym spends its money effectively, efficiently and economically, achieving value for money whilst reducing risk via a sustainable supply chain. Key performance metrics include savings, contract compliance and due diligence completion. /p pThe Procurement Manager is responsible for sourcing goods and services, negotiating contracts, managing supplier performance, and ensuring cost-effective procurement while maintaining quality, compliance, and operational efficiency. Key responsibilities activities are below. /p ul liDevelop and implement procurement strategies that align with business/functional objectives. /li liLead multiple, simultaneous sourcing activities including but not limited to RFIs, RFPs, benchmarking activities, contract renewals and direct supplier negotiations. This includes: /li liFacilitating / project managing the end-to-end process from project initiation to supplier mobilization, effectively communicating progress status updates throughout. /li liWorking with stakeholders to identify and define requirements. /li liReviewing the market to identify potential suppliers and solutions. /li liNegotiating commercial terms with suppliers. /li liWorking closely with Contract Managers to support legal negotiations. /li liWorking closely with Procurement Governance Manager to support the due diligence / supplier vetting process. /li liWorking with senior stakeholders to obtain sign off and approvals. /li liSupporting stakeholders to mobilise contracts / suppliers effectively. /li liProvide support to business stakeholders during supplier management activities, actively contributing to supplier performance reviews and quarterly business review meetings. /li liBe the point of escalation for contractual and supplier performance issues. /li liProvide support and sound commercial advice to stakeholders on all procurement matters. /li liDevelop strong and credible relationships with stakeholders across multiple functions including IT, Ops / FM, Property, Finance, HR and Marketing. /li liEnsure stakeholders are aware of and adhere to the Procurement policies / standards. /li liIdentify areas of opportunity – in the form of cost reduction, service improvement and risk mitigation, and work with stakeholders to identify a plan for delivery. /li liSupport the development of the Procurement teams strategy and plan. /li liActively contribute to ensure the team meet all Procurement KPIs – including financial savings / benefits, contract compliance, sourcing compliance etc. /li liThis is a hybrid role, split across home-working and any applicable PureGym Office (Copenhagen, Zurich, London and or Leeds). /li liThere will be the need for occasional international travel (within Europe), up to 4 times per year. /li /ul h3Job Requirements /h3 h3The Person /h3 h3The Successful Candidate Will Be /h3 ul liProactive, driven and willing to take the lead on their own projects / initiatives. /li liAdaptable and comfortable working at pace in a fast moving and dynamic environment. /li liAn effective team player, providing support to others within the team, and helping foster a safe, inclusive and fun work environment. /li liAble to work under pressure, managing multiple projects and priorities. /li liSolutions orientated, with the ability to think strategically and commercially to achieve pragmatic solutions. /li liKnowledgeable on standard contract clauses / provisions, and be comfortable negotiating basic TCs independent of Contract Manager support. /li liComfortable engaging with, managing and where appropriate, challenging stakeholders. /li liAble to think critically to identify areas of opportunity and improved ways of working, and influence others to implement change. /li /ul h3Qualifications Skills /h3 p5+ years in a procurement role with experience leading tender / RFP processes, including complex negotiations, generating cost savings and commercial impact. /p h3Key Skills Required Include /h3 ul liProficiency in German and English language /li liPlanning Project Management /li liCommunication Influencing /li liNegotiation /li liStakeholder Management / Business Partnering /li liSupplier ManagementCritical Thinking Commercial Mindset /li liTeamwork /li liData Analytics /li liExperience working with P2P/S2P systems. /li liHighly proficient in the use of business tools, including but not limited to: /li liMicrosoft Office /li liAI (Claude, Co-Pilot etc.) /li liProject Management software (e.g. Monday.com ) /li /ul h3Join us on our mission is to bring high quality, affordable fitness to everyone, everywhere. /h3 pPureGym 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. /p pPlease note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the advert may be withdrawn at any time. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr