Jobs

Are you looking for a place where you can grow and really make a difference? With us, you get the chance to further develop yourself and contribute to our projects. Be sure to check out our open vacancies!

Haven't found a vacancy that suits you at the moment, but do you think you could be a valuable addition to our team? Then send your CV and cover letter to vacatures@vites.be. We are eager to hear your story!

Would you like to work as a custom worker at ViTeS? Great!
Then there are a few conditions you need to meet. Don't worry, we are happy to help you!

• You are motivated and eager to learn new things.
• You have permission from the VDAB or GTB (in writing) to work in a sheltered workshop.
• You have a customized ticket.

Not sure yet if you meet these conditions? No problem! Just contact your VDAB or GTB career counselor and check together if everything is in order. Your counselor can certainly help you further.

ViTeS vzw is a social circular enterprise and sheltered workshop.

Our mission is clear: to achieve maximum employment and employability for people distanced from the regular labor market. We do this concretely through the collection, processing, and sale of reusable products in 12 Kringwinkels, supplemented by hubs and support services in Flemish Brabant and Brussels.

Every day, approximately 750 employees of more than 50 nationalities dedicate themselves to fulfilling this social and economic mission. As an SDG Ambassador, we do this by working safely and efficiently, with care for people, products, and the environment.

ViTeS is building a sustainable organization together with its employees, with attention to good governance, financial health, and a sound commercial foundation.

Due to the impending retirement of the current management, we are looking for a General Manager (m/f/x) who combines people-oriented leadership with strategic and entrepreneurial insight.

The function

As General Manager, you have day-to-day responsibility for ViTeS and chair the Executive Committee.

You combine people-oriented leadership with entrepreneurship and decisiveness. You safeguard the societal mission, while simultaneously taking responsibility for the economic and commercial sustainability of the organization. You are ultimately responsible for:

• the general operation and strategic direction of the organization
• the finance and prevention departments
• cooperation with and reporting to the governing body
• the commercial performance of the organization

You represent ViTeS as an employer within social dialogue and are the face of the organization to external stakeholders such as local authorities, partners, and sector organizations.

Your assignment

• Directing, supporting, and strengthening the management team, with clear priorities and decisions
• Monitoring and strengthening financial and commercial sustainability (subsidies, revenue, margins, personnel costs)
• Translating the social mission into a realistic and high-performing economic model
• Taking calculated commercial risks and making decisions where necessary
• Anchoring safety, care, and efficiency in policy and daily practice
• Creating clarity, trust, and cohesion within the organization
• Assuming a connecting but also guiding role in consultation structures (Works Council, Committee for Prevention and Protection at Work)
• Active and strategic networking and external representation of ViTeS

What we ask

We are looking for an entrepreneurial General Manager who can带 people along, but also dares to make decisions.

You:

• have experience in a management position within a larger organization (profit or non-profit)
• possesses broad knowledge of, among others, HR, finance, safety, and organizational management
• You are decisive and dare to make tough decisions, even when it is not obvious.
• can accurately assess commercial opportunities and translate them into sustainable choices
• combines strategic thinking with operational realism
• are of integrity, reliable, and approachable
• Can collaborate and delegate well, but takes responsibility when necessary
• thinks strategically and analytically, with an eye for the reality of the workplace
• have an affinity with social entrepreneurship and the social economy
• enjoys building sustainable networks

You combine a people-oriented approach with decisiveness and know how to inspire confidence without shying away from decision-making.

What we offer

• A key role within a socially relevant organization.
• An attractive salary package commensurate with the responsibility.
• Electric commercial vehicle.
• Meal vouchers, group and hospitalization insurance.
• Year-end bonus.
• Base: Heverlee or Vilvoorde, with regular presence at the various locations.

Ready for the challenge? Apply via the following link: winsearch vacancy

Do you have a passion for technology, sustainability, and social employment? And are you a coach who enjoys leading a team? Then you might be the team leader we are looking for for our brown goods repair department!

At ViTeS, we not only give products a second life, but also provide people with new opportunities. In our repair department, we test, repair, and prepare second-hand electronics for resale. As a team leader, you ensure that everything runs smoothly, guide employees, and monitor the quality of the work.

Do you have a social and circular mindset? So do we! And on top of that, we are commercially minded. Because working at ViTeS means giving people opportunities, encouraging reuse, and ensuring a high-quality range in our stores.

What are you going to do?

• Together with the career guidance service, you ensure tailored work for every employee.
• You coordinate the daily operation of the rehabilitation department.
• You are responsible for sorting, testing, repairing, cleaning, and pricing second-hand electronics.
• You ensure a high-quality product range for our stores.
• You guarantee fast and customer-friendly after-sales service.
• You train employees and guide them in the workplace.
• You participate in working groups to improve communication and work processes.
• You ensure smooth collaboration with both your colleagues and the employees from the target group.
• You ensure a safe, efficient, and structured workplace.
• You manage the department's administration.

Who are you?

• You have a positive attitude and fit perfectly into our enthusiastic team.
• You are discreet and have integrity.
• You communicate clearly and in understandable language.
• You are a doer and like to roll up your sleeves, both independently and as part of a team.
• You have a talent for planning and can switch gears quickly when needed.
• Safety and well-being in the workplace are your top priority.
• You have an affinity for the resale value of second-hand small electrical appliances.
• Technical knowledge is a must.

In addition, you hold a bachelor's degree or have relevant experience of equivalent value.

Our offer?

You will join an enthusiastic team that, just like you, strives for social impact. Together, we make a difference!

A full-time, permanent contract in a warm and stimulating environment, where collaboration, safety, efficiency, and care are truly central.

And in addition, we offer you:

• An attractive salary according to sector scale PC 327.01 - cat.3
• A 13th month (from 3 months seniority)
• Single and double holiday pay
• Meal vouchers (€7.38 nominal value; personal contribution €1.09)
• Hospitalization and outpatient medical insurance: coverage for dental care, medication, doctor visits, glasses, etc. (from 6 months of seniority)
• A bicycle allowance and reimbursement for commuting (public transport and private car) as provided for by the sector (PC 327.01)
• An annual bonus in September of €638.06 gross (from 6 months seniority)
• A workplace with room for personal growth and development through training

Ready for the challenge? Then send your CV and cover letter to vacatures@vites.be .

Any questions? Call 0492 74 42 49

At Kringwinkel ViTeS, we work every day on a social and sustainable future.
How do we do that? By giving not only items, but also people a second chance. With 12 stores, more than 700 employees, and nearly 12 million kilos of collected goods per year, we are building a circular society.

But did you know that at ViTeS you also play an important role behind the scenes?

Today, we would like to put the spotlight on the role of Bookkeeper .

What are you going to do?

Together with your colleagues, you ensure accurate and efficient accounting. You process financial data precisely, maintain an overview, and help support the financial health of our organization. Additionally, you actively contribute ideas for optimizations and improvements.

In concrete terms, this means:

Accounting & administration

• You provide support in accounts payable and receivable management, payments, and claims.
• You record bank and cash transactions and manage the general ledger and subsidiaries.
• You process payroll journal entries and social security contributions.
• You record investments, track depreciation, and manage the statement of assets.

Reporting & closures

• You prepare interim financial statements.
• You assist in preparing periodic closings and the year-end closing.
• You assist in preparing the balance sheet and the annual accounts.
• You contribute to the analytical accounting and financial reporting for the Executive Board and the Board of Directors.

Analysis, optimization and tax obligations

• You analyze financial data and work with Excel (including pivot tables).
• You prepare VAT returns and submit them.
• You assist with internal and external audits and guide audits by the auditor.
• You contribute ideas regarding process optimization, efficiency gains, and cost control.
• You assist in the preparation of the annual budget and conduct variation analyses.

Who are you?

An enthusiastic and meticulous professional who derives energy from numbers, structure, and optimization.

Specifically, you have at your disposal:

• A talent for numerical and analytical tasks
• A hands-on mentality
• Accuracy and an eye for detail
• Initiative, flexibility, and you enjoy variety
• Discretion and sense of responsibility
• A smooth and clear communication style
• The ability to work both independently and in a team
• Strong knowledge of Excel; pivot tables hold no secrets for you.
• A bachelor's degree or higher professional education diploma plus 5 years of experience

What do we offer you?

A meaningful job where you help build a social and sustainable future. You will join a warm and committed team, in an organization that truly makes a difference.

A full-time contract of indefinite duration within the social economy (PC 327.01 - cat.3) with fringe benefits:

• A 13th month (from 3 months seniority)
• Single and double holiday pay
• Meal vouchers of €7.38 (with a €1.09 personal contribution)
• Hospitalization and outpatient medical insurance (including dental care, medication, doctor visits, glasses…) from 6 months of seniority
• A bicycle allowance and reimbursement for commuting (public transport or private car) as provided for by the sector (PC 327.01)
• An annual bonus in September of €638.06 gross (from 6 months seniority)
• Flexible working hours and the possibility to telework
• A workplace with room for personal growth and development through training

Ready for the challenge? Send your CV and cover letter to vacatures@vites.be
Any questions? Call 0491 89 17 25

Do you have a passion for textiles, sustainability, and social employment? And are you a born coach who enjoys guiding a team? Then you might be the team leader we are looking for for our textile workshop!

At ViTeS, we not only give textiles a second life, but also provide people with new opportunities. In our workshop, we process second-hand clothing and other textiles in a sustainable manner. As a team leader, you ensure that everything runs smoothly, guide employees, and monitor the quality of the work.

Do you have a social and circular mindset? So do we! And on top of that, we are commercially minded. Because working at ViTeS means giving people opportunities, encouraging reuse, and growing our stores.

What are you going to do?

As a team leader in our sorting department, you play a key role at ViTeS. Thanks to your organizational skills, coaching approach, and passion for textiles, you ensure that our stores and branches are always well-stocked.

• Organizing & Planning – Together with your colleagues, you ensure the smooth planning, administration, and organization of the sorting department (sorting and pricing).
• Managing & guiding a team – You coach a diverse team and help employees find their place within the department, in close collaboration with the career guidance service.
• Inventory management – You ensure a smooth flow of textiles and guarantee that our stores and branches are supplied on time.
• Support promotions – You select goods for special store promotions.
• Monitoring the cleaning team – You coordinate and monitor the operation of the cleaning team so that the workspaces remain neat and orderly.
• Optimize – You identify bottlenecks and propose improvements to the Coordinator.
• Collaboration – You participate in meetings to strengthen operations and communication.
• Bringing safety & structure – You ensure a safe, efficient, and tidy workplace where everyone can work smoothly.
• Administration – You closely follow up on the department's administration.

Who are you?

• An enthusiastic leader who gets energy from guiding and motivating people.
• An ethical and discreet professional who builds trust within the team.
• A smooth communicator who communicates clearly and distinctly.
• A problem solver who takes initiative and does not shy away from challenges.
• A true team player who supports colleagues and is open to feedback.
• A doer with a hands-on mentality who likes to roll up their sleeves.
• An organizational talent who effortlessly combines planning and coordinating with flexibility.

In addition, you hold a bachelor's degree or have relevant experience of equivalent value.

What do we offer you?

A job with impact in a warm and stimulating work environment, where collaboration, safety, and efficiency are central. You will join an enthusiastic team that, just like you, wants to make a societal impact. Together, we make a difference!

A full-time contract of indefinite duration within the social economy (PC 327.01 - cat.3) with fringe benefits:

• A 13th month (from 3 months seniority)
• Single and double holiday pay
• Meal vouchers (€7.38 nominal value; personal contribution €1.09)
• Hospitalization and outpatient medical insurance (including dental care, medication, doctor visits, glasses, etc. - from 6 months of seniority)
• A bicycle allowance and reimbursement for commuting (public transport and private car) as provided for by the sector (PC 327.01)
• An annual bonus in September of €638.06 gross (from 6 months seniority)
• A workplace with room for personal growth and development through training

Ready for the challenge? Send your CV and cover letter to vacatures@vites.be

Any questions? Call 0491 89 17 25