Purchasing Manager at Phase One

Phase One; København; Hybrid; DKK 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily lunch arrangement

Office massage program

Gym discounts

Strong social environment

Job summary

Phase One is seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead strategic procurement from Copenhagen, driving supplier relationships across Europe and Asia and ensuring component availability for advanced imaging systems.

The role combines strong commercial negotiation with manufacturing supply chain know-how, requiring a proactive, data-driven approach in a dynamic, international setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of procurement or sourcing experience within manufacturing.
• Proven experience negotiating commercial agreements and managing supplier relationships.
• Experience working in international supply chain environments.

Responsibilities

• Execute sourcing strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Drive cost optimization initiatives while maintaining product quality and supply continuity.
• Identify new sourcing opportunities and alternative supplier solutions.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) projects through early supplier involvement.
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with key suppliers globally.
• Conduct supplier audits, business reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, payment terms, and framework agreements.
• Deliver measurable savings and working capital improvements.
• Analyze spend data and market trends to identify commercial opportunities.
• Manage supplier risks and develop mitigation plans for critical components.
• Manage your own supplier portfolio end to end.
• Ensure timely material availability for production and customer deliveries.
• Collaborate with Planning, Operations, R&D, Engineering, Quality, and Finance teams.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

International

Data-driven

Analytical

Cross-functional

Education

BSc degree

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

SAP

Job description

Phase One is looking for a Purchasing Manager to join our Global Operations Team at our headquarters in Copenhagen. In our world, perfection is not about being perfect in everything. It is about curiosity, ambition, and the confidence to challenge how things are done.

We are looking for people who bring their own perspective, work well with others, and want to help us create cutting-edge imaging technology and products.

Ready to help strengthen the supply chain behind world-class imaging technology?

About the job

As Purchasing Manager, you will execute procurement strategies that support business growth, profitability, product innovation, and operational excellence across our advanced imaging systems.

You will manage supplier relationships across Europe and Asia, negotiate commercial agreements, mitigate supply chain risks, and ensure availability of critical components for advanced camera systems and electronics manufacturing.

The ideal candidate combines strong commercial negotiation skills with a deep understanding of manufacturing supply chains and a proactive, data-driven approach to procurement.

Your responsibilities

Strategic procurement

• Execute sourcing strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Drive cost optimization initiatives while maintaining product quality and supply continuity.
• Identify new sourcing opportunities and alternative supplier solutions.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) projects through early supplier involvement.
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with key suppliers globally.
• Conduct supplier audits, business reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Commercial management

• Negotiate pricing, contracts, payment terms, and framework agreements.
• Deliver measurable savings and working capital improvements.
• Analyze spend data and market trends to identify commercial opportunities.
• Manage supplier risks and develop mitigation plans for critical components.

Operational procurement

• Manage your own supplier portfolio end to end.
• Ensure timely material availability for production and customer deliveries.
• Collaborate with Planning, Operations, R&D, Engineering, Quality, and Finance teams.

What we are looking for

Required

• Minimum 5 years of procurement or sourcing experience within manufacturing.
• Proven experience negotiating commercial agreements and managing supplier relationships.
• Experience working in international supply chain environments.

Preferred

• Experience managing international supplier relationships; experience with Japanese suppliers is an advantage.
• Knowledge of ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, or similar.
• A BSc-level degree is preferred, but we also value substantial relevant experience and a strong track record of delivering results.
• Commercially driven and business oriented.
• Strong negotiator with proven influencing skills.
• Analytical and data-driven.
• Structured and execution focused.
• Comfortable working across different cultures and time zones.
• Proactive, resilient, and solution-oriented in a busy and changing environment.
• Ability to connect commercial priorities across the organization.
• A desire to win as a team.

Why Phase One?

• Phase One offers a unique workplace where you will be empowered to let your skills shine.
• You will be working with 120+ talented and experienced colleagues in an international atmosphere of trust and empowerment.
• We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome diversity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
• You have the opportunity to make a real impact on the supply chain behind high-end imaging technology.
• Based near the center of Copenhagen, our office is easily accessible by public transport and bike.
• You will work in a dynamic, exciting, and collaborative environment.
• Daily lunch arrangement.
• Office massage program and gym discounts.
• A strong social environment with Friday bars, events, and a running club.
• An informal and collaborative workplace where team spirit is highly valued.

Practical information

• Contract: Full-time
• Start date: As soon as possible

About Phase One

Phase One sets the benchmark for high-end geospatial imaging by designing and manufacturing aerial camera components, compact systems, software packages, and lifecycle services for high-precision aerialmappingand data collection.

With more than 30 years of imagingexpertise, Phase One has built a reputation for uncompromised image quality - not only in resolution and dynamic range, but also in the geometric accuracy, radiometric consistency, and reliabilityrequiredfor photogrammetric workflows at scale. This technological foundation supports professionals across aerial mapping, infrastructure, utilities, environmental monitoring,defense, and space - driving greater efficiency,flexibility, and operational value.

At Phase One, our values guide how we work and grow together:

• We listen and learn - feedback drives our innovation and improvement.
• We innovate with purpose - creating solutions that truly empower our customers.
• We are in it together - collaboration and support are at the heart of our success.
• We win, celebrate, and evolve - recognizing achievements and continuously striving to be better.

Join us and be part of a culture built on curiosity, collaboration, and excellence.