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Retail Assistant

On-site in ALCORCÓN·Full-time·Added 17 days ago (last checked 20 Oct)

Makro

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Our summary

Hours
Rotating shifts
Work mode
On-site, ALCORCÓN
Contract
Full-time
Education
Vocational training (FP Grado Medio)
Benefits
Flexible pay plan

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Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Education
  • Minimum experience of 1 to 3 years in Food/Non-Food products.

Nice to have

  • A proactive attitude, initiative, and problem-solving skills will be valued.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

🌍Be part of an international company, leader in wholesale distribution and that seeks to continuously contribute to the culture and social life of the more than 30 countries in which we are present.

🙌Benefits include discounts at Makro, a 24-hour health app, a basket and a day off at Christmas, the possibility of opting for our flexible compensation plan, and much more.

🚀The opportunity to have continuous development, through various top-level training resources such as our MPower platform, the Gofluent language program or our Goodhabitz catalog with numerous masterclasses.

🥂As in bars and restaurants special moments are celebrated, in #makroteam we also celebrate special days throughout the year.

📋This position will have a permanent - seasonal contract on a part-time basis.

The role

Job description

We are looking for an Ali/ Non-Ali Assistant - rotating morning/afternoon shifts to join our Makro Alcorcón team. Below, we tell you all the details of the role:

Your mission; you will assist customers, sell and maintain the section in optimal condition in order to support the achievement of the objectives established for the center.

What you'll do

  • Serve and advise customers to ensure their satisfaction and boost sales.
  • You will recommend products to optimize rotation between sections.
  • You will fulfill commercial objectives, driving sales growth.
  • Manage products and in-store presentation, ensuring proper supply and maintenance of the point of sale.
  • Oversee department operations, monitoring shrinkage, inventory, and critical quality points.

How you'll work

Please note that you will work in rotating morning and afternoon shifts, with the morning shift from 7:00 to 14:20 and the afternoon shift from 13:40 to 21:00.

Organizational Level

  • You will report to your Section Head.
  • You will not have a team under your supervision.

About Makro

Makro is a global wholesale and cash-and-carry retailer, operating a network of large-format stores that serve professional and business customers. Part of the German Metro Group, Makro is a major player in the international wholesale trade, with a significant presence across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.

In Spain, Makro operates a network of stores under the Makro brand, with a commercial and operational hub that supports its Spanish retail activities. The company is known for its multicultural work environment and offers opportunities for international professionals, particularly in commercial and sales management roles, with a focus on customer service and operational excellence.

Industry
Wholesale Retail
Founded
1968
Employees
100,000+
Headquarters
Düsseldorf, Germany
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Seville and 2 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • Makro is part of the Metro Group, a global retail giant, offering international career opportunities and a structured corporate environment.
  • The company operates in multiple countries, making it a multicultural workplace with diverse teams and international colleagues.
  • Roles in Spain are primarily in commercial and sales management, offering a path into retail operations within a large multinational.
  • The company provides training and development programs, which can be valuable for professionals looking to grow within a global organization.
  • Working for Makro in Spain offers the chance to gain experience in the Spanish retail market, which is a key entry point for the European market.

In their own words

About the company & team

Company description

Hello, Hallo, Hello! Do you want to be part of the team that is transforming the hospitality industry?
If your answer is yes, keep reading because you're in the right place. You've probably heard of us or even know someone who works at Makro. We have more than 3,500 employees across Spain, but we want you to get to know us better. Makro is a subsidiary of the German METRO Group, whose goal is to take distribution within the HoReCa sector to the highest level, leveraging the advantages of digitalization, delivery service, and always focusing on the customer and the success of their business.

If everything you have read matches your professional expectations, wait, because there is more. At Makro, you will find an authentic, inspiring team passionate about the hospitality sector (of course 😉), where you can create and leave your mark 💙. A team we call 'ONE METRO', with whom we have fun, celebrate, and grow together. Only this way will we make a difference and reach the top.

At Makro, we are committed to Equal Opportunities between women and men and we commit to ensuring it in the selection processes we carry out.

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