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Logistics Section Manager

On-site in Barcelona·Full-time·Added today (last checked 2 Nov)

Decathlon

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Our summary

Hours: Includes weekends
Work mode: On-site, Barcelona
Contract: Permanent, full-time hours
Education: University degree
Benefits: Private health insurance, life insurance

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Skills

Logistics

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Sportsperson who incorporates sport as a regular practice
University studies or higher vocational training
Full availability including weekends
Geographic mobility
Languages (English / French) are valued.

Nice to have

A passionate person who builds, trains, and leads the best team of sportspeople, making them grow, working for and through talent.
Person with the motivation to start or continue a professional career in the logistics sector.
Capable of making decisions regarding your perimeter of responsibility respecting economic ratios and committing to achieving clear and measurable objectives in your logistics section.
Responsible for guaranteeing each of the operational processes that ensure the best logistics lead times for our customers.
A person with a desire to grow in their training and with the ambition to keep advancing in their professional career.
You are motivated to take part in building and energizing the local project of your store, in line with the company's.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Decathlon supports you in your continuous learning. You will train in an environment that invites you to make decisions daily and where everyone considers that making mistakes is also part of the process.
We support you in your professional development/career plan in an environment that favors internal promotion and fosters equal opportunities.
We give you the opportunity to become a company shareholder.
As part of Decathlon, we support you with numerous benefits to facilitate your day-to-day life and your sports practice: even more accessible Decathlon products, life insurance, health insurance with special conditions, agreements with other companies to facilitate sports practice, etc.

The role

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.

At this time, we are looking for LOGISTICS SECTION 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 trade to contribute to our company's purpose in order to satisfy each of our athlete customers.

What you'll do

Leadership and team development: select and train a team of sportspeople, guaranteeing their professional growth through their development plan.
Operational piloting and customer service: carry out human resource planning and organization of your team's operational processes (reception, picking, and dispatch) to guarantee that our customers receive their orders with the greatest reliability and in the shortest possible time.
Economic Management (Operating Account): anticipate future activity according to forecasts to adjust your resources. Manage your budget by analyzing productivity indicators to make decisions that improve process profitability.
Safety and continuous improvement: ensure the safety of people and work actively on prevention to guarantee a safe environment. Drive innovation in your section by proposing improvements to optimize and simplify processes.

Hiring process

1 interview

99% of positions require no previous experience.
The advert's questions are not mandatory, but they help recruiters get to know you.

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

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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Additional information

Our Decathlon Continental Logistics Center (CAC), now EDC (European Distribution Center), is located in the ZAL (Zona d'Activitats Logístiques) of the Port de Barcelona, in Prat de Llobregat. The center is easily accessible via public transport: the ZAL Port Comercial I La Factoría Metro station is located next to our facilities, in addition to having stops for the PR4, 21, 88, 89, and 109 buses".

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