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Section Manager at Decathlon Telde

On-site in Telde·Full-time·Added today (last checked 15 Oct)

Decathlon

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Overview

Work mode: On-site, Telde
Contract: Permanent contract, full-time hours
Spanish: Fluent
Education: Higher vocational training (FP Grado Superior)
Benefits: Private health insurance, life insurance

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

As a department manager, we offer you a permanent, full-time contract.

Decathlon supports you in your continuous learning. You will train in an environment that invites you to make decisions every day and where everyone believes that making mistakes is also part of the process.

We support you in your development/career plan in an environment that favours internal promotion and fosters equal opportunities.

We give you the opportunity to become a shareholder of the company.

As part of Decathlon, we support you with numerous benefits to make your daily life and your sporting practice easier: even more accessible Decathlon products, life insurance, health insurance with special conditions, agreements with other companies to make practising your sport easier, etc.

The role

Job description

At Decathlon, sport is part of our DNA, it is our common interest and it is lived out in our day-to-day work.

We are constantly evolving and you will have the opportunity to work on different projects.

Right now, we are looking for DEPARTMENT MANAGERS to join us, who dare, who are not afraid to make mistakes and who support their team in decision-making, guiding them to progress in their craft to contribute to our company's purpose in order to satisfy each and every one of our athlete customers.

What we would love you to be like:

What you'll do

Passionate about people, building, training and leading the best team of athletes, helping them grow, working for and around talent.

As an athlete, you identify with our brand in order to offer the best range, the best product and the best experience to our customers.

Able to make decisions within your area of responsibility while respecting financial targets, committing to achieving clear, measurable goals in both physical and digital retail to grow your sport.

A person eager to progress in your training and ambitious to keep advancing in your professional career.

You are motivated to take part in building and bringing to life the local project of your store, in line with that of the company.

Because you matter to us:

Requirements

An athlete who incorporates sport as a regular habit.

Full availability of working hours.

Availability on weekends.

University degree or higher vocational training qualification.

Geographic mobility (a plus).

Hiring process

1 interview

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About Decathlon

Decathlon is a French sporting goods retailer and one of the world's largest sports retailers, designing, manufacturing, and selling its own brands across a wide range of sports. Founded in 1976, the company operates over 1,700 stores in more than 70 countries, with a strong focus on making sports accessible to everyone through affordable, high-quality products. In Spain, Decathlon has a significant presence with numerous stores across the country, including major cities like Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and many others, as well as service centers and logistics operations.

For international professionals, Decathlon Spain offers a dynamic work environment centered on sports and customer service. The company is known for its inclusive culture, promoting teamwork, autonomy, and continuous learning. With roles ranging from sales associates to section managers and technical workshop positions, Decathlon provides opportunities for career growth and development. The company values diversity and often hires international talent, making it a welcoming employer for those relocating to Spain.

Industry: Retail
Founded: 1976
Employees: 100,000–110,000
Headquarters: Villeneuve-d'Ascq, France
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Seville and 834 more
Website: decathlon.es

Good to know if you are moving

Decathlon has a strong presence in Spain with over 150 stores, making it one of the largest employers in the retail sector.
The company offers a supportive work environment with training programs and opportunities for internal promotion.
Many positions are customer-facing, so Spanish language skills are often required, but the company values international experience and diversity.
Decathlon provides employee discounts on products and encourages a healthy, active lifestyle.
The company has a global network, which can offer opportunities for international transfers and career mobility.

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