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Demand Analysis and Strategic Planning Internship

On-site in Alicante·Full-time·Added 4 days ago

Sprinter

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Overview

Job details

Internship contract
Full-time hours.

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Sprinter doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Portuguese
The ad asks for Portuguese, or counts it in your favour.
Work on-site in Alicante
No relocation package mentioned.
University degree
“Licenciatura/grado en Economía, ADE, estadística o similares.” — per the ad.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Employee discount.
Sports facilities: Gym with high-end professional equipment, soccer, basketball, and 2 paddle tennis courts.
Schedule to be agreed.
Personalized development plan and a career in an international environment.
Continuous training in both hard skills and soft skills.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business Administration, Statistics, or similar.
High level of Excel.
English B2.
Important possibility of daily travel to the central offices.
A liking for data analysis, problem-solving, and process improvement.

Nice to have

Knowledge of other languages such as Portuguese, studies/knowledge related to data analysis, and knowledge of the retail sector will be valued.

The role

Are you passionate about data analysis and decision-making with a real impact on the business?

We are looking for a student with an analytical mindset and strategic vision to join our Merchandising - Demand Planning team. You will work hand in hand with the Sales, Purchasing, and Stock Management teams, actively participating in the design of forecasts and in key decisions that ensure our products reach the market on time.

What you'll do

You will support the creation and maintenance of robust demand models to ensure product availability and minimize obsolescence risks.
You will analyze incidents and deviations between forecasts and actual sales to understand the "why" behind the data and propose adjustments.
You will participate in strategic demand plans, incorporating promotions and actions agreed upon by the commercial team.
You will perform analysis of current demand data to help forecast market trends.

How you'll work

Location: Alicante (Polígono Atalayas)

Job details: full-time internship, on-site modality

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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