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Warehouse Department Manager

On-site in Getafe·Full-time·Added 1 month ago

Decathlon

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Overview

Work mode
On-site, Getafe
Contract
Permanent contract, full-time hours
Hours
Includes weekends
Spanish
Fluent
English
Required
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.

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.

Do you accept the challenge of leading in our logistics? | WAREHOUSE DEPARTMENT MANAGER

At Decathlon, we are looking for a Warehouse Department Manager, a section leader who is not afraid to make mistakes, who dares to take risks, and who drives the talent of their team. You will support people in their daily decision-making to help them grow in their role, always with a clear goal: to satisfy each of our athlete-customers.

Your responsibilities as a Warehouse Department Manager.

Reporting directly to the Logistics Center Management:

  • Leadership and Management: Build, support, and lead the best team of athletes, fostering their personal and professional growth, directly managing a team of 15–20 collaborators, working for and through talent.
  • Operational Management and Service: Ensure every logistics process runs smoothly, guaranteeing the best service lead times, operational efficiency, continuous improvement, and maximum satisfaction for our athlete-customers.
  • Financial Management: Make decisions within your scope of responsibility, meeting financial ratios and achieving clear, measurable objectives.
  • Local Project: Actively participate in building and driving the center's strategic and human project, aligned with Decathlon's global strategy.

What we would love you to be like

  • A leader motivated by company values, capable of building and managing a human team, driving the development of each collaborator, and working for and through talent.
  • A person with the motivation to develop your professional career in the logistics sector.
  • A leader with autonomy, with strategic vision capable of making decisions about logistics operations, promoting continuous improvement, and committed to optimizing financial ratios within your scope of responsibility.
  • With ambition and a desire to take a leap in your professional project, Decathlon supports you in your training and in your development plan. We drive your talent and accelerate your professional growth toward new goals nationally and internationally. Be motivated to participate in the co-creation of the project at the logistics center, connecting objectives and commitments in line with Decathlon's goals.

Because you matter to us

  • Stability from day one: We offer you a permanent, full-time contract as a Logistics Section Manager.
  • Continuous learning: We train you constantly in an environment where daily decision-making is key and where we see mistakes as learning opportunities.
  • Career growth: We support you in your development plan/career in an environment that promotes internal promotion and equal opportunities.
  • We give you the opportunity to become a company shareholder.
  • As part of Decathlon, we support you with numerous benefits to make your day-to-day and your sporting practice easier: discounts and special conditions on Decathlon products, life insurance, health insurance with special conditions, agreements with other companies to support your sport, and more.

Requirements

  • Athlete Profile: Sport should be part of your daily life, and you should share Decathlon's values: Vitality, Responsibility, Generosity, and Authenticity.
  • Education: University degree, Master's, or higher-level vocational training.
  • Valuable experience in Logistics with solid experience in process management, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, to connect with, motivate, and inspire your team.
  • Full availability in terms of working hours.
  • Availability on weekends.
  • Geographic mobility.
  • Vehicle and availability to travel to the workplace.
  • Languages: Conversational English with fluency (minimum B2).

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

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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