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Assistant Store Manager

On-site in Alicante·Full-time·Added 1 month ago (last checked 12 Oct)

DIA

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Overview

Work mode
On-site, Alicante
Contract
Permanent contract, full-time hours
Hours
Includes weekends
Experience
2+ years
Education
Upper secondary (Bachillerato)
Benefits
Flexible pay plan

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Skills

Nice to have

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Education: High School Diploma or Vocational Training in Administration and Finance, Commerce, or similar.

  • 2 years of experience managing teams in the retail/food sector.

  • Ability to lead, motivate, and develop people.

  • Knowledge of sales indicators (KPIs) and analytical skills.

  • Flexible schedule and availability to work weekends.

Nice to have

  • Valuable knowledge of Google Drive and Excel.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

- Permanent contract and full-time schedule of 40 hours per week.

- Working in an established company with the possibility of developing your career.

- We will teach you; you will receive complete initial and ongoing training.

- Discounts on purchases for you and your family.

- Competitive salary and flexible compensation.

- Belong to one of the companies with the Best Corporate Reputation in Spain according to the Merco Companies Ranking 2025.

The role

Are you passionate about team management and retail? We want to meet you!

We are looking for an experienced store assistant with leadership skills to manage one of our stores. Your mission will be to support the store manager, helping the store become a benchmark in freshness, quality, and service, driving sales and customer satisfaction through impeccable operational management and the proper development of your team.

What you'll do

  • Ensure the implementation of Dia's operational model, guaranteeing the freshness, order, cleanliness, and availability of products.

  • Supervise the correct reception and storage of merchandise, maintaining the highest quality standards.

  • Identify opportunities for improvement and propose actions to drive sales and store results.

  • Ensure compliance with quality and safety regulations.

  • Leading, motivating, training, and developing your team to achieve sales and operational goals

  • Ensure that the team knows and applies internal procedures and occupational health and safety regulations.

  • Monitor commercial objectives and sales indicators (KPIs).

  • Perform the operational preparation of inventories.

  • Managing cash register staff cash audits.

  • Being responsible for compliance with procedures related to cash flow management.

  • Replacing the store manager in their absence.

  • Organizing the team in daily tasks.

  • Providing feedback to the store manager on any issues that may arise and developing action plans accordingly.

  • Implementing measures agreed with the store manager to achieve objectives.

How you'll work

- Location: Alicante, 03007.

About DIA

DIA is a major international retail company specializing in food and everyday consumer goods, operating a vast network of supermarkets and convenience stores. With a strong focus on proximity shopping, DIA serves millions of customers weekly across Spain, Portugal, Argentina, and Brazil, and is one of the largest grocery retailers in Europe by store count.

In Spain, DIA is headquartered in Madrid and operates thousands of stores nationwide, supported by a large logistics network and a significant workforce. The company offers a wide range of roles, from store operations and logistics to corporate functions like procurement and finance. For international professionals, DIA provides opportunities in a dynamic retail environment, with a strong emphasis on local community presence and customer service, making it a relevant employer for those seeking careers in the retail sector in Spain.

Industry
Retail
Founded
1979
Employees
10,000–50,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Sevilla and 4 more
Website
dia.es

Good to know if you are moving

  • DIA is headquartered in Madrid, Spain, and is a major player in the Spanish retail market, offering numerous job opportunities across the country.
  • The company operates a large network of stores and logistics centers, providing roles in various locations, from urban centers to smaller towns.
  • DIA offers a range of positions, including store staff, logistics, and corporate roles, which can be a good entry point for international professionals in the retail sector.
  • As a Spanish-founded company, DIA provides an opportunity to work in a culturally significant and well-established business within Spain.
  • The company has a strong focus on proximity retail, which may offer insights into local consumer behavior and community-based business models.

In their own words

Additional information

At Dia we believe that what makes us different makes us stronger. We are committed to equal opportunities, and for that reason, we implement non-discriminatory selection processes that foster diversity and inclusion.

- Certification of a disability of 33% or more will be taken into account.

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