Department Manager
You will lead a store department to maximize sales and ensure an excellent shopping experience. The role offers professional development opportunities and employee discounts.
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Full-time
Per the ad.
Have the right to work in Spain
No sponsorship mentioned, and this kind of work is rarely sponsored in Spain.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in Madrid
No relocation package mentioned.
University degree
“valoraremos positivamente que hayas completado tus estudios universitarios de ADE, Marketing e Investigación de Mercados, Comercio y Marketing, MBA (o similar).” — per the ad.
This job was automatically translated to English.
At Primark, we love doing things our way, and that's how we continue to grow and open new stores worldwide. We offer our customers up-to-date fashion at affordable prices, and we do it with passion, closeness, and commitment. If you identify with these principles, join Primark as a Store Manager.
Because you have the talent to lead teams and maximize results, this is your opportunity to make a real impact as a Store Manager.
People are at the center of everything we do, so it is essential that we provide you with the right environment for you to give your best. That is why we offer you a range of benefits that put you first:
As a Store Manager, you will improve commercial performance and maximize sales through an excellent shopping experience and an attractive in-store environment. You will analyze the local market to plan strategically and manage stock and resource planning to meet customer expectations.
You will train and ensure that store teams are committed and achieving high performance. You will identify and develop talent at all levels, fostering a culture of learning and celebrating successes. You will maintain constant and effective communication with teams, the Area Manager, and Regional Offices, using tools such as performance evaluations and climate surveys.
In terms of operations and cost control, you will ensure compliance with all policies and procedures, creating a culture of safe work and protecting people, goods, and facilities. You will manage controllable costs and seek opportunities for savings, promoting the ethical and environmental initiatives of the Primark Cares program to ensure a positive and safe environment.
In essence, you will define the vision and direction of the store, acting as a role model and fostering continuous improvement to achieve strategic objectives.
We are looking for someone with strong leadership skills and a high capacity for people management. You must be an expert in building and maintaining professional relationships with your colleagues and teams, supporting our sales initiatives with quality communication and a clear business vision.
Solid training in store management will be essential, and we will value experience in high-volume commerce and distribution. Your ability to manage change, train others, and achieve high performance will guarantee your success in this position.
We are looking for a proactive leader with a great capacity for making informed decisions and working under pressure while anticipating risks. You must be a proactive person who fosters optimism, resilience, and adaptability to change, setting ambitious goals and driving development. We value a great capacity for planning and organization, as well as the ability to work according to agreed deadlines in a large company with a fast pace of work.
As a growing company, our needs are spread throughout the country, and we want our teams to know a variety of business units to enhance their professional progression. Therefore, an indispensable requirement will be that you provide geographical availability.
If you join Primark as a Store Manager, we will positively value that you have completed your university studies in Business Administration and Management, Marketing and Market Research, Business and Marketing, MBA (or similar).
It will be important to have a good level of English and we will also value other languages you know, including sign language. Don't forget to tell us, as it will help us to offer great service to the customer.
Apply today to join our team!
Primark promotes equal opportunities in employment.
Internal colleagues must register their application by 02/08/2026.
Just like our fashion, our culture adapts to each individual. We strive to create an inclusive workplace where people can be themselves, access opportunities, and thrive together.
REQ ID: JR-11719
Application Form and CV
Telephone Conversations
With recruitment team · Phone call · Not every role
You'll get a call from one of our recruitment team. They'll share some information about the role and ask you questions about your skills and experiences.
Assessment
Online test · Not every role
Retail Assistant applications include a 10-minute situational judgement test; some management roles require an online task-based assessment instead, with practice questions beforehand.
Interview
With an interviewer and a note-taker
An interviewer and a note-taker will ask you about your career, either face-to-face or over video call. Depending on the role, you may have to prepare a presentation, and they'll ask you competency-related questions to find out more about your skills and experiences. If your interview takes place in-store you may have to complete a skills-based assessment.
Primark is a major international fast-fashion retailer headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. The company operates over 400 stores across Europe and the US, offering clothing, accessories, and homeware at accessible price points. It is known for its vertically integrated model, designing and sourcing its own products and moving large volumes through its stores.
In Spain, Primark has a significant presence with multiple stores, including locations in Madrid and Barcelona. The company is a major employer in the Spanish retail sector and regularly hires for store management and sales roles. For international professionals, Primark offers a dynamic, fast-paced retail environment with opportunities for career progression in store management, and its Spanish operations are a key part of its European growth strategy.
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