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Assistant Store Manager

On-site in Lleida·Added 28 days ago (last checked 8 Oct)

Sprinter

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Overview

Work mode: On-site, Lleida
Contract: Permanent contract
Benefits: Private health insurance, flexible pay plan

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

- Previous experience as an Assistant Store Manager or in people management within the retail sector would be recommended.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- IT skills: Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

- Flexible compensation (medical insurance, transport, childcare...).
- Staff discount.
- Personalized development and career plans.
- Continuous training.
- Fixed salary plus variable pay based on sales objectives.
- Schedules compatible with your studies/family life.

Are you interested?

We want to meet you! If you think this offer is for you, apply today.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive for our offers, it takes time to be able to review them all. If you do not hear from us within two to three weeks after your application, please consider that on this occasion we have decided to move forward with other candidates. Applications that meet the criteria will be contacted to conduct a video interview.

Thank you for your interest and time!

The role

As Assistant Store Manager, you will be responsible for managing the store team, focusing on driving sales and maximizing store profitability by providing optimal service. Additionally, you will work to exceed your store's KPIs, complying with company procedures and policies, and representing Sprinter in the most professional manner.

What you'll do

In your day-to-day:

Customer Experience

- You will provide customers with excellent levels of service.
- You will handle their inquiries and complaints, offering the best possible solution.
- You will ensure that the appearance of the sales staff is in line with company guidelines.
- Manage, train, motivate, and coordinate the store team to ensure the customer service guidelines and procedures set by the company are met.

Sales

- Analyze reports and data to support decision-making in order to boost sales or correct deviations, ensuring the achievement of objectives.
- Guarantee the control of store records for KPI analysis (FF, ATV, ASP, CR, UPT), applying it to the store's operation.
- Manage store resources, seeking their efficiency and adapting them to the store's needs.

Visual Merchandising

- You will use it to attract, engage, and motivate customers to make purchases in the store through the use of the latest visual techniques.
- You will provide assistance in maintaining standards in the sales area.
- Guarantee that all launches and promoted products are visible in the correct locations.
- You will keep stock clean and presentable at all times.

Training & Development

- You will foster the team's progress.
- You will provide assistance in the onboarding and training of new staff.
- You will help in the development of existing staff, ensuring they complete the relevant evaluations.

Human Resources

- Competency-based selection of profiles to join the store.
- Guarantee correct compliance with human resources policy and the collective bargaining agreement.
- Carry out the correct compliance in-store of the entire framework of action regarding Occupational Risk Prevention (PRL).

Profit Protection

- Comply with and supervise compliance with the standards of said department.

About Sprinter

Sprinter is a Spanish sports and outdoor retail chain specializing in footwear, apparel, and equipment for running, hiking, and other outdoor activities. With a strong presence across Spain, the company operates numerous physical stores and an online platform, positioning itself as a key player in the Iberian sports retail market. It is part of the larger JD Sports Fashion group, which provides scale and international backing.

In Spain, Sprinter is headquartered in Madrid and has a widespread network of stores across the country, including cities like San Sebastián, Barcelona, Cartagena, and Mahón. The company offers a dynamic retail environment with roles in store management, merchandising, logistics, data analysis, and marketing. For international professionals, Sprinter provides opportunities to work in a fast-paced retail sector with a strong Spanish presence, though the work environment is primarily Spanish-speaking.

Founded: 1995
Employees: 1,000–5,000
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, San Sebastián and 11 more

Good to know if you are moving

Sprinter is part of the JD Sports group, a global leader in sports fashion retail, offering potential career mobility across international markets.
The company has a strong presence across Spain, with stores in many cities, providing opportunities in various locations beyond Madrid.
Many roles, such as store management and sales assistant positions, are customer-facing and require Spanish language proficiency, which is important for international candidates.
Sprinter offers trainee and internship programs (e.g., 'Programa de prácticas Sprinter') that can be a good entry point for international graduates looking to start a career in retail.
The company's headquarters in Madrid is a major hub for its corporate functions, including merchandising, data analysis, and logistics.

In their own words

About the company & team

We opened our first Sprinter store in Valencia in 1995, and since then, we've become the go-to place for anyone who's passionate about sports and athletic fashion. With more than 200 physical stores and an online shop, we carry leading brands like Nike, Adidas, Reebok, and Fila, as well as our own brands like Up, Silver, Doone, and Boriken, among others.

As part of JD Group, a leader in Sports, Street & Premium Fashion, we have around 97,000 people and more than 4,850 stores of various brands in over 49 countries. We offer you the opportunity to develop your career in this constantly growing international group!

At Sprinter we offer an environment based on cooperation and mutual respect, with a strong commitment to diversity and equal opportunities. All people will be considered regardless of their gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, age, or degree of disability.

Our selection processes are based on the professional skills evaluation model and we value passion, willingness to learn, and grow in an international environment.

Are you interested?

We want to meet you! If you think this offer is for you, apply today.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive for our job openings, it takes some time to review them all. If you don't hear back from us within two to three weeks after applying, please consider that on this occasion we have decided to move forward with other candidates. Those who meet the criteria will be contacted by the Talent team. Thank you for your interest and time!

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