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Operations Director

On-site in Sevilla·Full-time·Added today (last checked 11 Nov)

ConfiARTE

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Salary: €35,000 - €42,000 a year
About €2,200 - €2,570 a month after tax.
Work mode: On-site, Sevilla
Contract: Permanent, full-time hours
Spanish: Expected (ad in Spanish)

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Experience in Ice Cream / Gastronomy: Proven track record in operational management in the ice cream sector or organized high-turnover catering.
Technical product knowledge: Clear understanding of artisanal ice cream, its preservation, texture, and handling.
Business vision and analytical capacity: Fluent handling of profit and loss accounts, economic reports, and cost optimization.
Humble and action-oriented leadership: Active presence in the day-to-day. A resourceful person who does not mind stepping behind the counter during peak hours.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Salary range: €35,000 - €42,000 gross/year.

During your first weeks, you will undergo one month of complete training and immersion in Portugal (with expenses covered), where you will gain a deep understanding of the group's culture, its traditional production processes, its local operations, and the service philosophy that has made them a benchmark.

Remuneration: €35,000 - €42,000 gross/year (depending on merit and experience provided).
Strategic project: Lead from day one the arrival in Spain of a benchmark brand.
Complete training: One intensive month of direct learning at the group's headquarters in Portugal.
Real growth: A project with long-term potential as the opening plan progresses.

The role

Operations Director: Lead the landing in Seville of an international benchmark group in Artisanal Ice Cream

For an emblematic artisanal ice cream and catering firm, of enormous prestige in Portugal and with more than 70 years of history, we are selecting the person responsible for leading their international expansion project in Spain, starting with their first major landing in Seville.

We are looking for a figure who does not limit themselves to managing from an office or analyzing spreadsheets. We want an on-the-ground operational leader who directs growth, guarantees the brand's quality standard and, when necessary, sets an example for the team at the point of sale itself.

What you'll do

Once trained, you will assume the operations management of the project in Seville:

Economic management and control: Direct reporting of KPIs, P&L, control of operating costs (raw material and personnel costs), control of waste and budgetary incidents.
Operational excellence in store: Guarantee that quality, hygiene, product presentation, and customer service standards are met 100%.
Field leadership and brand culture: Selection, training, and motivation of managers and store teams. We believe in leadership by example: it is essential to know and master the product basics and service operations.
Logistics and supply chain: Supervision of stock, cold chain, relationship with suppliers, and daily operational incidents.
Openings and scalability: Actively participate in the rollout of new points of sale in the area.

How you'll work

Location: Seville (Spain) + 1 month of immersion and training in Portugal.

Availability to travel: Availability to reside in Portugal for 1 month for initial training and subsequent occasional travel.

Hiring process

If you master ice cream operations, know how to manage the profit and loss account without losing closeness to the product and the team, and want to captain this expansion in Seville, we want to meet you.

Send us your CV under total confidentiality and let's talk.

About ConfiARTE

ConfiARTE is a Spanish recruitment and HR services company based in Badajoz, Spain. It specializes in connecting professionals with opportunities across a wide range of sectors, including construction, engineering, healthcare, IT, and administration. The company operates throughout Spain, offering both permanent and temporary staffing solutions, and works with a diverse portfolio of clients, from industrial and infrastructure projects to commercial and healthcare organizations.

For international professionals, ConfiARTE provides a gateway to the Spanish job market, with roles spanning from technical and engineering positions to administrative and healthcare roles. The company's presence across Spain, including in major cities like Madrid, Barcelona, and Seville, offers opportunities for those looking to relocate. While the company itself is not a global brand, it is a recognized player in the Spanish recruitment sector, and its roles often require Spanish language proficiency, making it a suitable option for those already familiar with the language.

Headquarters: Badajoz, Spain
In Spain: Badajoz

Good to know if you are moving

ConfiARTE is based in Badajoz, Spain, and operates across the country, offering roles in major cities like Madrid, Barcelona, and Sevilla.
The company specializes in recruitment for construction, engineering, healthcare, and administrative sectors, providing a wide range of job opportunities.
Most roles require Spanish language proficiency, making it essential for international candidates to have a good command of Spanish.
The company offers both temporary and permanent positions, which can be a good starting point for professionals looking to establish themselves in Spain.
As a recruitment agency, ConfiARTE can help international professionals navigate the Spanish job market and find roles that match their skills.