Procurement Lead: Supplier Relations & Cost Savings

Kids Planet Day Nurseries Ltd.; Broomedge; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Health plan

Free meals

Training via KP Academy

Enhanced leave

Wellbeing perks

Long service awards

Birthday leave

Pension

Enhanced holiday

Job summary

Kids Planet is seeking a Procurement Coordinator to drive the sourcing and purchasing of goods across our nursery network. You will raise and track purchase orders, coordinate supplier quotations, and ensure timely supply of products and services to multiple sites.

The role offers exposure to contract renewals, tender exercises, and spend analytics, with opportunities for professional training and career growth within a family‑run childcare group.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement, purchasing or supply chain admin.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Experience with procurement ERP or finance systems.
• Ability to prioritise workload and multi-task.
• Attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Raise, process and monitor purchase orders.
• Coordinate procurement requests from nurseries and head office.
• Obtain supplier quotations and manage relationships.
• Assist with supplier onboarding and due diligence.
• Assist with contract renewals and tender exercises.
• Analyse spend data and report on KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies.

Skills

Procurement

Supplier management

ERP systems

Attention to detail

Contract/tender management

Time management

Analytical skills

Relationship building

Education

CIPS Level 3/4

Tools

ERP/finance systems

Job description

231 Higher Ln., Lymm WA13 0RN, UK

Job Description

Posted Tuesday 14 July 2026 at 00:00

Kids Planet is an independent, family run group of nurseries providing the highest standard of nursery care across the UK.

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day?

Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years.

Join Kids Planet as a Procurement Coordinator!

Purpose of the Role:

To coordinate the procurement of goods and services across the organisation, ensuring value for money, continuity of supply, and excellent service to internal stakeholders. The Procurement Coordinator supports supplier management, purchase order processing, contract administration, and continuous improvement within the procurement function.

Why Kids Planet?

• Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26
• Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025
• Crowned NMT’s Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second year running
• 80% Childcare Discount – T&Cs apply

What’s in it for you?

• Life Insurance cover and access to a health plan.
• Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day!
• Accredited training through our awesome KP Academy and bespoke training platform.
• Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters.
• Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round.
• Long service awards to celebrate your commitment.
• Take the day off on your birthday, it’s all about you!
• Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Raise, process, and monitor purchase orders.
• Support sourcing activities and obtain supplier quotations.
• Coordinate procurement requests from nursery and head office teams.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers.
• Resolve supplier queries, delivery issues, and invoice discrepancies.
• Maintain supplier records, contracts, and pricing information.
• Monitor procurement KPIs, including cost savings, supplier performance, and delivery metrics.
• Analyse spend data and prepare regular reports.
• Assist with supplier onboarding and due diligence.
• Support contract renewals and tender exercises.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and company procedures.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost efficiencies.
• Work closely with Finance, Operations, and Nursery teams to ensure timely supply of products and services.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Experience in procurement, purchasing, buying, or supply chain administration.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Experience working with procurement, ERP, or finance systems.
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong attention to detail.
• CIPS Level 3 or Level 4 (or working towards).
• Experience in multi-site or retail/hospitality/education environments.
• Experience supporting tender or contract management activities.

Skills:

• Analytical and numerical ability.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Time management and planning.

Personal Attributes:

• Proactive and self-motivated.
• Team player.
• Customer-focused.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Professional and reliable.

Like the sound of joining our family?

Apply today to be a Procurement Coordinator with Kids Planet!

We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role.

Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.

Kids Planet is committed to equal opportunities for all. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our staff and children. Applications are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Kids Planet is committed to equal opportunities for all. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our staff and children. Applications are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.