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Data Project Manager (Data, AI & Agile Delivery)

On-site in Alicante·Added 4 months ago (last checked 26 Oct)

Sprinter

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Work mode
On-site, Alicante
Contract
Permanent
English
Required
Experience
3+ years
Education
University degree
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

  • Degree in Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or similar.
  • Solid experience (3-5 years) in delivery management within DATA service environments and managing IT services and/or Projects.
  • Stakeholder and Business Management: Demonstrable experience in the direct management of key business users, with the ability to manage priorities based on the value that needs bring to the business and delivery expectations.
  • Analytical Capacity: Ability to "translate" business concepts into technical data architecture terms to develop clear delivery plans for business users.
  • IT Ecosystem Communication: Ability to coordinate dependencies and align delivery plans with other IT areas (Infrastructure, Security, DevOps, etc.).
  • Tool Proficiency: Expert in JIRA Service Management and Jira Software (configuration of boards, status flows, and reporting on team performance and SLAs).
  • Agility: Deep knowledge of Scrum, Kanban, and how to adapt them to an environment that mixes development (projects) with support (incidents).

Languages

  • English B2

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Annual performance-based bonus.
  • Flexible schedule.
  • Flexible compensation (health insurance, restaurant, transportation, childcare...).
  • Employee discount.
  • Personalized development plan and career path in an international environment (JD Group).
  • Wide training catalog in hard and soft skills
  • On-site sports facilities.

The role

As a Data Delivery Specialist, you will be responsible for orchestrating and optimizing the demand flow of our data service (Governance, Architecture, AI, Engineering, and Visualization). Your goal is to guarantee impeccable and agile delivery, managing the lifecycle of requests from their entry into JIRA to their realization of value for the business.

What you'll do

  • Manage the end-to-end process of receiving, analyzing, prioritizing, and tracking business demands towards the IT DATA team.
  • Centralize and refine all requests entering via JIRA within the IT DATA scope so that they capture the relevant information for subsequent analysis by the team.
  • Manage the global Backlog, ensuring that the team works on what truly moves the needle for the business.
  • Articulate the flow between the Governance, Architecture/AI, Engineering, and Visualization areas.
  • Document and communicate the processes, procedures, and demand management standards.
  • Agile Methodologies: Implementation and leadership of Kanban and Agile Sprint frameworks, adapting them to the needs of incidental maintenance and evolutionary projects.
  • Coordinate with technical leaders to eliminate blockers/dependencies and optimize team velocity.
  • Flow Management (JIRA): Administration of the backlog, task prioritization, and articulation of technical and business demand.
  • Ability to manage business users (data owners and stewards) and their delivery expectations, including them in the initiative's lifecycle.
  • Manage dependencies, risks, and blockers associated with requested data product requests.
  • Performance KPIs: Preparation of service level reports (SLA, Cycle Time, Velocity, Burndown Chart, Team Capacity, Blocker Panel) to measure team health and performance.

About Sprinter

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!

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.
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