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Supermarket Shift Supervisor

On-site in Polanco·Added yesterday (last checked 4 Nov)

Lupa

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Our summary

Hours: Rotating shifts · Split day (jornada partida)
Work mode: On-site, Polanco
Contract: Permanent
Experience: 2+ years

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This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Minimum experience of at least 2 years managing work teams.

Motivation and passion for good customer service and for work teams.

High commitment and responsibility toward the business.

Versatility and adaptability to perform management duties and cashier-replenishment tasks.

Availability to work in shifts, morning and afternoon, with availability to work split shifts according to the needs of the store.

Nice to have

Experience in the food sector is valued.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Being part of a solid and stable company in the food sector.

2-3 month training program.

Permanent contract.

The role

At Lupa Supermercados, we are looking to hire personnel to become part of the Management Team at the Polanco store.

Reporting to the Store Manager and working alongside other Shift Supervisors, your mission will be to ensure the procedures established in each area of the supermarket, motivate and organize the team, as well as collaborate with the team in replenishment and cashier tasks.

In greater detail, a shift supervisor at Lupa is responsible for:

What you'll do

Store Opening / Closing.
Management of cashier and logistics incidents.
Cashiering and replenishment.
Bank deposits.
Signage.
Control, reception, and organization of merchandise.
Expiration date control.
Review of dry and fresh goods orders.
Inventories.
Returns.

How you'll work

Rotating schedules, with the possibility of working split shifts occasionally according to the needs of the store.

About Lupa

Lupa is a Spanish supermarket chain headquartered in Santander, Cantabria. The company operates a network of supermarkets and hypermarkets primarily across northern Spain, with a strong presence in Cantabria, Castilla y León, and other nearby regions. As a regional retail player, Lupa focuses on grocery, fresh produce, and household goods, competing with larger national chains through local presence and customer service.

For international professionals, Lupa offers opportunities primarily in retail operations, including store management, logistics, and commercial roles. The company's work culture is rooted in the local Spanish retail sector, and while it is not a global brand, it provides stable employment in the regions where it operates. International hires may find roles in larger stores or in administrative functions, though Spanish language proficiency is typically essential for most positions.

Industry: Retail
Founded: 1968
Employees: 1,000–5,000
Headquarters: Santander, Spain
In Spain: Santander

Good to know if you are moving

Lupa is a regional chain, so most roles are based in northern Spain, particularly in Cantabria and Castilla-León.
Spanish language proficiency is typically required for store-level and customer-facing positions.
The company offers opportunities in retail operations, logistics, and commercial management, which can be a good entry point for those seeking experience in the Spanish retail sector.
As a private, family-owned company, Lupa may offer a more stable and traditional work environment compared to larger multinational retailers.

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