Path Links Supplies and Administration Officer
Role: The Path Links Supplies and Administration Officer plays a key role in delivering an efficient, accurate and compliant procurement and administrative service across the Path Links network. Based at Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital in Grimsby, this post supports pathology services across five main hospital sites and additional outlying locations.
Working as part of a dedicated Business Support team, this role will contribute to the day‑to‑day operation of procurement and administrative activity. The post holder will proactively work with managers, clinical teams, procurement and finance colleagues, other NHS organisations and external suppliers, taking ownership of routine enquiries.
The closing date is 21 May 2026. Interviews will be held on 9 June 2026.
Main duties of the job
* Maintain accurate financial and activity records supporting chargeable pathology work using Microsoft Excel and MS Office 365.
* Collaborate with clinical, financial and procurement teams to collate and analyse data, maintain price lists and monitor charges against contracts.
* Support invoice checks through the Trust e‑Procurement system to ensure accuracy prior to authorisation.
* Adapt to changing priorities, demonstrating excellent communication and analytical skills to ensure information is interpreted accurately.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
* NVQ Level 3 Business Administration or equivalent level of knowledge.
* Maths & English GCSE (or equivalent).
Desirable
* Evidence of academic achievement.
Knowledge
Essential
* Experience of working in a busy office environment.
* Confident use of MS Office 365, including strong proficiency in Excel.
Desirable
* Familiarity with NHS Procurement and/or pathology settings.
* Knowledge of e‑procurement systems.
Experience
Essential
* High standard of accuracy in data entry, typing and checking.
* Demonstrated skills in communicating effectively using a variety of methods.
Desirable
* Experience with software systems such as Q Pulse, LIMS.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
Equal opportunities
We strongly value the different perspectives and ideas a diverse workforce brings to deliver better outcomes for our patients. We welcome applications irrespective of peoples age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances.
Employer details
Employer name
Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital
Scartho Road
Grimsby
DN33 2BA
Employer's website
https://www.nlg.nhs.uk/
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