Manager Material Resources Officer (Bachelor Level)

Position Overview

This role involves overseeing the management of materials, contracts, and invoices within a governmental defense context, emphasizing budget oversight and compliance with legal frameworks governing government procurement. The position requires no prior work experience and starts with targeted training and on-the-job learning opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting and managing purchase contracts within legal frameworks and allocated budgets.
• Handling all legal and contractual aspects from preparation, closure, to execution of purchase and sale contracts, including quality controls.
• Communicating and coordinating with companies from request for quotations to finalizing orders.
• Utilizing specialized logistics management software daily.
• Collaborating effectively within a team of specialists.

Candidate Profile

• Possesses strong attention to detail.
• Enjoys advising colleagues within the professional domain.
• Prefers specialization in an administrative area.
• Demonstrates problem-solving and client-focused approach.
• Wants to support the team in a uniformed but administrative capacity.
• Holds the required bachelor's degree level.

Career Development and Training

The initial focus is management and tracking of contracts, budgets, and general procurement within the Material Resources department, which could be located nationally. Advancement opportunities exist within the unit or broader defense structures, influenced by individual's profile and interests, supplemented by extensive training programs. After several years and experience accumulation, a transition from temporary to permanent contract status may be possible.

The training program includes:

• Military Basic Training (around 4 months) focusing on physical conditioning and military skills, conducted in a camp setting with boarding facilities.
• Specialized Professional Training (~2 weeks over a month) at the Royal Military School covering public procurement laws, contract execution, local purchasing procedures, and administrative software usage, interspersed with practical internships.
• Followed by a 2-month on-the-job training period leading to independent work.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary with minimum net starting salary of 2852 EUR, complemented by net annual bonus of 1156 EUR.
• Additional allowances and performance bonuses.
• Holiday pay and extensive leave entitlement—48 days annually including special leave around Christmas/ New Year.
• Flexible working hours subject to function.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including free medical consultations and hospitalization insurance for self and discounted family options.
• Free public transport or bicycle allowance for commuting.
• Access to subsidized company restaurant and free use of sports facilities during working hours.
• Various discounts on shopping, parks, and holidays.

Selection Process

Applicants will undergo general and medical tests. Additional assessments include leadership skills via computer-based situational tests, and language exams testing proficiency in Dutch (mandatory) and basic skills in French or German as second languages, evaluated on European standards.

Additional Information

• Applicants must be nationals of Belgium, a European Economic Area member state, or Switzerland.
• The role is under military status with officer rank.
• The position is temporary with a maximum duration of 12 years, with potential for permanent contract based on defense needs.
• Specific posting location to be determined within Belgium.
• Some benefits do not apply during candidacy, training, exercises, or operations.