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.

Franchise Manager in Madrid (Center-South area)

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 Franchise Manager> in the Getafe Delegation.> The selected person will join the Franchise > team with the objective of leading the growth and excellence of the Franchise Network, driving expansion through the recruitment of ideal Franchisees and the strategic identification of new locations.

Their functions > will be:

Achieve the growth objectives established by Management, actively coordinating the recruitment and selection of new Franchisees.
Collaborate actively in the expansion strategy, identifying opportunities and locating key sites for new stores.
Be the point of reference for the Franchisee: offer comprehensive support and advice from the pre-opening phase (legal, financial, licenses, equipment, business plan) to the successful management of the store opening, acting as a liaison with all departments of the Delegation.
Evaluate the progress of franchisees by establishing periodic store visits, offering strategic support and continuous communication.
Efficiently manage all administrative, legal, and operational management procedures related to Franchises (e.g., company changes, guarantees, closures, official and digital documentation).

Requirements:

- University Degree (a Law degree will be valued).

- Basic knowledge of legal frameworks as well as financial accounting.

- Minimum of one year of experience in a similar position.

- Intermediate level of Office.

- B driving license.

What can we offer you?

Full-time permanent contract (commercial hours from Monday to Friday).
Company vehicle as a work tool.
Belong to one of the companies with the Best Corporate Reputation in Spain according to the Merco Empresas 2025 Ranking.
Discount on your Dia purchases.
Access to our training platform.
Good working environment.

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 Responsable de Franquicias en la Delegación de Getafe. La persona seleccionada se incorporará en el equipo de Franquicias con el objetivo de liderar el crecimiento y la excelencia de la Red de Franquicias, impulsando la expansión mediante la captación de Franquiciados/as idóneos y la identificación estratégica de nuevas ubicaciones.

Sus funciones serán:

Conseguir los objetivos de crecimiento establecidos por la Dirección, coordinando activamente la captación y selección de nuevos Franquiciados/as.
Colaborar activamente en la estrategia de expansión, identificando oportunidades y localizando ubicaciones clave para nuevas tiendas.
Ser el referente del Franquiciado/a: ofrecer soporte y asesoramiento integral desde la fase pre-apertura (legal, financiero, licencias, equipamiento, plan de negocio) hasta la gestión exitosa de la apertura de la tienda, actuando como enlace con todos los departamentos de la Delegación.
Evaluar la evolución de los/as franquiciados/as estableciendo visitas periódicas a tiendas, ofreciendo apoyo estratégico y una continua comunicación.
Gestionar de manera eficiente todos los trámites administrativos, legales y de gestión operativa relacionados con las Franquicias (ej. cambios de sociedad, avales, cierres, documentación oficial y digital).

Requisitos:

- Titulación Universitaria Grado (se valorará Licenciatura en Derecho).

- Conocimientos básicos jurídicos legales así como de contabilidad financiera.

- Experiencia mínima de un año en un puesto similar.

- Office nivel Medio.

- Carnet de conducir B.

¿Qué podemos ofrecerte?

Contrato indefinido a jornada completa (horario comercial de lunes a viernes).
Vehículo de empresa como herramienta de trabajo.
Pertenecer a una de las empresas con Mejor Reputación Corporativa de España según el Ranking Merco Empresas 2025.
Descuento en tus compras Dia.
Acceso a nuestra plataforma formativa.
Buen ambiente de trabajo.

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.