Material Administrator at the Swedish Armed Forces

The Swedish Armed Forces Logistics - FMLOG Supply procures, stores, maintains, and decommissions spare parts and supplies for the Armed Forces. In the Procurement & UE Planning department, about 65 competent and helpful colleagues work, where we have a good atmosphere and community.

With us, you will become an important piece in the Armed Forces' vision; for a stronger defense - facing every threat, overcoming every challenge. It is we who make it happen together. Seriousness and responsibility in a positive collaborative climate where we are all knowledgeable, open, and engaged.

Health and personal development are important for both us employees and our employer. Here you get several great benefits, including:

• Professional development based on the needs of the organization and your career goals
• Three hours of training per week during working hours
• Good balance between work and leisure with flexible working hours
• 28-35 days of vacation depending on your age
• Salary supplement during parental leave

About the Role

As a material administrator with us, you will be responsible for the operational purchasing work. The focus is on ensuring that the Armed Forces have the right material, at the right quality, when and where it is needed. You will handle varied issues within purchasing, technology, and logistics planning within your assigned area, which means freedom with responsibility. You will have a large network of contacts and participate in meetings with suppliers, customers, and technical managers.

Your tasks will include:

• Analyzing procurement needs
• Handling requests for quotes
• Placing purchase orders
• Managing delivery and quality deviations

The Armed Forces is in strong growth, and the tasks may develop over time.

Qualifications

Requirements

• You have completed a secondary education
• You have good knowledge of Swedish and English, both spoken and written
• You are computer literate and knowledgeable in Office
• You have a driver's license with at least category B for manual transmission

Personal Qualities

To fit in the role, we are looking for someone who is:

• Good at working in a structured manner
• Enjoys constantly developing and improving
• Positive and easy to collaborate with
• Safety-conscious and responsible
• Has a professional approach

In this recruitment, we place great emphasis on personality and that we see you can complement the team.

Meritorious

• Relevant work experience in logistics, purchasing, or technology
• Experience working with the Armed Forces' support system PRIO (SAP)
• Knowledge of and experience with the Armed Forces' operations
• Education in logistics, purchasing, or technology

Other

Employment type: Permanent, six-month probationary period

Employment rate: Full-time

Work location: Arboga, limited opportunities for remote work

Travel may occur in the position

Civilian position

Start date: By agreement

Information about the position

Contact Johanna Henriksson Tarkka

Union representatives:

• OFR/S - Håkan Antonsson
• SACO - Pernilla Kjellgren
• SEKO - Ola Andersson

All can be reached via the switchboard, phone 0589-40400

Application

Welcome with your application by 2025-02-16.

Your application should include a CV and a cover letter where you motivate your three main strengths that make you suitable for this position based on what is requested in the ad.

For the authority's mission to be successful, it is required that all employees act according to the existing values. The Armed Forces' values uphold the equal value of all people, justice, and equality, and promote democracy and human rights (read more at www.forsvarsmakten.se).

Applications for this position will only be accepted via the Armed Forces' website.

Information about the Armed Forces and the recruiting unit:

FMLOG supports combat units in performing their tasks at all levels of readiness. We contribute to increased sustainability by planning, storing, delivering, and coordinating the need for supplies and transport.

FMLOG's unique competence with civilian and military expertise contributes to delivery reliability and availability.

Together, we ensure that the Armed Forces' operational capability is maintained nationally and internationally.

In the Armed Forces, there is a strong value base built on openness, results, and responsibility. Professional development and personal health are valued and encouraged. There are good conditions for internal career mobility, wellness, and a good balance between work and private life.

Employment with us means placement in a security class. Usually, Swedish citizenship is required. A security review with background check will be carried out before employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment includes an obligation to be placed in a war situation. The implications of this vary depending on the type of position.

If you proceed in the recruitment process, certified copies of grades and certificates must always be presented.

Calls from external recruitment companies and sellers are not welcome.