DIA (Distribuidora Internacional de Alimentación) is a prominent Spanish multinational retail company specializing in the proximity supermarket sector. Operating a vast network of thousands of stores across Spain, Argentina, and Brazil, the company is a major player in the grocery market, known for its focus on neighborhood convenience and a strong portfolio of private-label products.

Headquartered in Madrid, DIA maintains a massive operational footprint in Spain with stores and distribution centers in nearly every province. For international professionals, the company offers diverse opportunities within its corporate headquarters and logistics hubs, particularly in areas like supply chain management, digital transformation, and retail operations, making it a significant employer for those looking to enter the Spanish retail industry.

Founded in 1979 in Madrid with the opening of its first store on Calle Valderrodrigo. It expanded rapidly through acquisitions and international growth, becoming a publicly traded company in 2011.

For international professionals

One of Spain's largest employers with a global workforce of over 30,000 people.
Headquartered in Las Rozas (Madrid), which serves as the central hub for corporate, tech, and administrative roles.
Offers a wide variety of roles ranging from frontline retail and logistics to specialized corporate functions in expansion and HR.
The company is currently focused on a major digital and store-format transformation, creating opportunities for modernization-focused professionals.
Provides a decentralized work environment with regional delegations across Spain, including major hubs in Valencia, Zaragoza, and Malaga.

This job was published 3 months ago

Logistics Process Improvement Engineering Intern

DIA

This job was originally posted in Spanish and automatically translated to English. You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.

Job Description

At Dia, we are looking to incorporate a Logistics Process Improvement Engineering Intern within the Logistics Department. In this internship, students will be able to learn and provide support in the optimization of warehouse operations through the implementation of new projects and improvements.

The following functions will be performed:

Participate in proposing improvement opportunities in operational processes to increase efficiency and reduce logistics costs.
Collaborate in the design and implementation of innovative solutions that help simplify and standardize the area's daily tasks.
Assist in the preparation of budgets and monitor expenses associated with new logistics projects.
Contribute to the development of key performance indicators (KPIs) to analyze the evolution of operations and the success of the implemented measures.
Support the creation of control tools and participate in internal audits to ensure the warehouse complies with established standards.
Help in the preparation of support materials and participate in the training of operational staff on new procedures and work tools.

Requirements:

Degree in Industrial Engineering or similar.
A master's degree in Organization Engineering, Logistics, or similar is valued.
Intermediate level of English.
Advanced knowledge of Excel.
Full-time availability.

What can we offer you?

- Study grant: €700 gross/month
- Hybrid work model.

- Possibility of permanent hiring after the internship.
- Learn in our purchasing department, which since 2010 has been working on the renovation of our own-brand products.
- Be part of one of the best companies for training according to the Merco Talento Universitario Ranking.

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

- Certification of a disability equal to or greater than 33% will be taken into account.

View original advert (Spanish)

En Dia queremos incorporar un/a Becario/a Ingeniero/a de Mejora de Procesos Logísticos en la Dirección de logística. En esta beca los estudiantes podrán aprender y apoyar en la optimización del funcionamiento de los almacenes mediante la implantación de nuevos proyectos y mejoras.

Realizarán las siguientes funciones:

Participar en la propuesta de oportunidades de mejora en los procesos operativos para aumentar la eficiencia y reducir los costes logísticos.
Colaborar en el diseño y la implementación de soluciones innovadoras que ayuden a simplificar y estandarizar las tareas diarias del área.
Asistir en la elaboración de los presupuestos y realizar el seguimiento de los gastos asociados a los nuevos proyectos logísticos.
Contribuir al desarrollo de indicadores de rendimiento (KPIs) para analizar la evolución de las operaciones y el éxito de las medidas implantadas.
Apoyar en la creación de herramientas de control y participar en las auditorías internas para asegurar que el almacén cumple con los estándares establecidos.
Ayudar en la elaboración materiales de apoyo y participar en la formación del personal operativo sobre los nuevos procedimientos y herramientas de trabajo.

Requisitos:

Grado en Ingeniería Industrial o similar.
Valorable máster en Ingeniería de Organización, Logística o similar.
Nivel medio de inglés.
Conocimiento avanzado de Excel.
Disponibilidad jornada completa.

¿Qué podemos ofrecerte?

- Ayuda al estudio: 700€ brutos/mes
- Modalidad de trabajo híbrida.

- Posibilidad de incorporación tras la beca.
- Aprender en nuestro departamento de compras, que desde 2010 está trabajando en la renovación de nuestros productos de marca propia.
- Pertenecer a una de las mejores empresas para formarte según el Ranking Merco Talento Universitario.

En Dia creemos que lo que nos hace diferentes, nos hace más fuertes. Estamos comprometidos con la igualdad de oportunidades, y por eso, implementamos procesos de selección no discriminatorios que favorezcan la diversidad y la inclusión.