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Commercial Manager Bilbao (Maternity Cover)

On-site in Bilbao·Full-time·Added 27 days ago (last checked 1 Oct)

METRO/MAKRO

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Overview

Job details

  • Fixed-term contract

    Full-time.

Visa options

  • The ad rules out sponsorship

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Benefits

  • Flexible pay plan

    Take part of your salary as tax-free benefits, per the ad.

Requirements

  • Work on-site in Bilbao

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 3+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

  • Driving licence

    EU licences are valid in Spain; most others only for six months after you become resident.

  • Compulsory secondary education (ESO)

    “Formación en ESO o similar.” — per the ad.

Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

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

💳 You will have a competitive fixed and variable salary, daily allowances, and the possibility of opting for our flexible compensation program. In addition, your working day will be from Monday to Friday. 

🙌 Benefits that include discounts at Makro, a 24-hour health consultation app, a Christmas basket, and a day off at Christmas, and much more. 

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

🚘 One of our strategic pillars is sustainability. Therefore, we will provide you with a hybrid company vehicle and a fuel card for your personal and professional use. 

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

📋This position will have a temporary contract on a full-time basis.

The role

We are looking for a Commercial Manager (Maternity Leave Cover) to join our team at Makro Bilbao. Are you ready to be part of the best sales force in Spain? Below, we tell you all the details of the role: 

Your mission: you will increase sales and the customer penetration rate in the HORECA sector and ensure maximum profitability for the company, working with the different sales channels.

Your main functions:

  • You will analyze, capture, and advise clients, growing your area.
  • You will plan your commercial activity and develop potential clients, playing a key role in the commercial management of your area.
  • You will draw up plans to increase the average and frequency of customer purchases, ensuring a profitability analysis of clients/routes.
  • You will ensure the necessary activities with your clients such as collecting payments from them, renewing contracts or promoting catalogs.

At an organizational level:

  • You will report to the Head of Sales Force.
  • You will not have a team under your supervision.

What are we looking for in you?

  • Secondary education or equivalent.
  • At least 3 years of commercial sales experience.
  • Organizational, planning, problem-solving, and results-oriented skills, as well as knowledge and proficiency in the use of digital tools, will be valued.
  • Valid and approved driver's license.

Please note that this is a TEMPORARY position.

About METRO/MAKRO

METRO/MAKRO is a global wholesale and food service company, operating cash-and-carry stores and digital solutions for the HoReCa (hotel, restaurant, catering) sector. Headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany, METRO is one of the world's largest wholesale distributors, with operations in over 30 countries and a strong focus on food and non-food products for professional customers. In Spain, the company operates under the MAKRO brand, with a network of stores and logistics platforms serving hospitality and retail clients nationwide.

MAKRO has a significant presence in Spain, with stores and distribution centers in cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Málaga, Bilbao, Seville, and others. The company offers a range of roles from commercial and sales positions to logistics and operational management, often requiring direct customer interaction. For international professionals, MAKRO provides opportunities in a stable, multinational environment, with a focus on commercial skills and customer service. The work culture emphasizes operational excellence and digital transformation, making it a relevant employer for those seeking roles in wholesale, retail, and supply chain.

Founded
1964
Employees
50,000–100,000
Headquarters
Düsseldorf, Germany
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Málaga and 21 more
Website
makro.es

Good to know if you are moving

  • METRO/MAKRO operates in over 30 countries, offering international career mobility and a global network.
  • The company is a leading supplier to the hospitality industry, providing stable demand for commercial and logistics roles.
  • Spain is a key market for MAKRO, with numerous stores and distribution centers, creating a wide range of job opportunities.
  • Roles often require Spanish language skills, but the company values international experience and offers training programs.
  • The company has a strong focus on digital transformation, with opportunities in e-commerce and digital solutions.

In their own words

About the company & team

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.

Additional information

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 😉) and in which you can create and leave your mark 💙. A team that we call ‘ONE METRO’, with whom we have fun, celebrate, advance, and win together. Only in this way will we be able to 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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