At Decathlon UK, we offer Careers That Let You Play. As part of the DECATHLON Group, one of the world's largest sports retailers headquartered in France, we specialise in creating sports products and distributing them through online and physical stores across 56 countries with over 1,700 locations. With over 40+ stores in the UK, our mission is to be the spirited cheerleaders of sports and healthier living in the nation!

The job: 

As our Outdoor Category Manager, you will drive the growth of Decathlon UK’s market share for Outdoor Sports by developing innovative cross-channel commercial strategies and experiences, with a special focus on promoting active lifestyles across and incorporating sustainable alternatives into the business model.

Your responsibilities: 

1. Increase Market Share with Adapted UK Sport Commercial Policy:

   - Develop strategies aligned with UK Sport Commercial Policy to increase market share.

   - Analyse market trends and competitors in outdoor sports to identify growth opportunities.

   - Identify areas for growth in online and physical business channels.

   - Construct a National Commercial Policy aligned with UK and United strategies.

   - Manage commercial action plans to recruit and retain customers.

   - Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance awareness and increase footfall.

   - Ensure strategy implementation across Decathlon UK through seminars and relationship building.

2. Ensure the Best Offer via the Most Profitable Channel:

   - Construct appropriate product and service offers for each channel.

   - Source local market gaps and customer needs.

   - Implement UK pricing strategy, adapting to competition and market dynamics.

   - Ensure price flexibility and adaptability.

   - Coordinate activities with Retail Suppliers and Supply Leaders.

   - Ensure online availability commitments are met.

3. Positively Impact the Planet and People through a Circular Economy:

   - Integrate circular, sustainable, and social strategies into projects.

   - Build repair offers and improve after-sales spare parts availability.

   - Collaborate to promote sustainable solutions and increase product lifespan.

   - Generate partnerships to positively impact communities.

   - Develop long-term strategies aligned with city planning and sustainability goals.

4. Animate a Network of Experts for Value/Price Perception and Customer Experience:

   - Ensure training supports are available to promote brand notoriety.

   - Assess and improve in-store customer experience.

SO IF YOU…

• Have a passion for Outdoor Sports and a good understanding of the UK market.

• You have experience in digital with a keen interest in technology

• Have excellent interpersonal skills and can collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.

• Are data-driven: possessing a strong sense of analysis and forecasting.

• Have exceptional presentation skills, with the ability to convey ideas persuasively.

• Demonstrate strong organisational and prioritisation skills, ensuring that all tasks are oriented towards serving our customers.

• Are ambitious, passionate, and curious, consistently bringing forth new ideas and opportunities.

Specific requirements/Work environment:

 This is a hybrid role and would require the successful candidate to attend at least three days a week in one of our Offices in London (Surrey Quays) or Manchester (Stockport).

Benefits that await you 

Get to enjoy the following benefits and perks:

• Hybrid working 

• Healthy employee discount on all Decathlon products

• Weekly Staff Sports/Activities and free access to our office gym

• Cycle-to-Work Scheme

• Access to private healthcare

• Gym, food, and travel discounts 

… and many more

ABOUT DECATHLON UK 

We’re an international sports retailer with 2080 stores in 56 countries, and if you look a little closer, you’ll see we’re so much more.

Decathlon is dedicated to helping, inspiring and guiding you through your sports experiences. We believe that discovering new sports and being sporty – well, it’s an important part of life – and living well shouldn’t just be for a privileged few.

At Decathlon UK, we offer Careers That Let You Play. As part of the DECATHLON Group, one of the world's largest sports retailers headquartered in France, we specialise in creating sports products and distributing them through online and physical stores across 56 countries with over 1,700 locations. With over 40+ stores in the UK, our mission is to be the spirited cheerleaders of sports and healthier living in the nation!

Join our innovative EPOS team, a central pillar within our diverse UK Digital Products & Engineering (DPE) division, as we continue to lead and revolutionise the payment software landscape. As a vital member of our EPOS team, you will be part of a dynamic group of 12 professionals dedicated to managing and enhancing the front payment software integral to in-store checkouts. Our global reach is extensive, with our solutions deployed in 28 countries across three continents - Europe, Africa, Latin, and North America - underscoring our commitment to delivering world-class point-of-sale solutions on an international Decathlon scale. This role offers the unique opportunity to contribute to a project with global impact, directly influencing the shopping experience of customers around the world.

At the heart of our mission is the drive to ensure unparalleled reliability and availability of our tools for thousands of users worldwide. In pursuit of this ambition, we are looking to bolster our Operations Team with the addition of an Operations Support Engineer LVL 2. This pivotal role will be based in our dynamic London or Northampton Hubs, focusing on enhancing our capabilities to meet and exceed the challenges of supporting a global solution.

As the Digital & Product Engineering team grows, there will be opportunities to explore and contribute your talents to support and innovate multiple digital products (OMC, End2End) within the DPE scope. Decathlon is more than a sports retail outlet and with over 2000+ stores in 56 countries worldwide and a strong online presence, we must recruit the right people to provide IT operational excellence. As an Operations Engineer, you will be making critical IT decisions to find solutions.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Technical Support:

- Provide comprehensive technical support for digital solutions.

- Deeply understand the architecture and schema of digital products.

- Efficiently resolve Level 3 support issues and problems.

- Manage incidents within the Digital Product Environment (DPE) scope.

- Train and mentor Level 1 & 2 support teams.

- Develop detailed support guides and procedures.

- Ensure adherence to internal and external SLA agreements.

- Compile reports and utilise data for strategic decision-making and improvements.

- Assist development teams (OMC, E2E) with recurring issues.

- Collaborate with project managers on integrations.

- Independently handle product deployments.

 Cross-Team Collaboration:

- Understand Decathlon's infrastructure and the roles of external suppliers.

- Facilitate collaboration and communication between multiple teams.

- Maintain expert knowledge of the Decathlon Technical Community.

- Identify team responsibilities and ensure effective parameter management.

- Foster strong relationships with internal teams and understand their collaboration with DPE products.

- Build a network of reliable contacts within various teams.

- Understand the needs of Product Owners and IT leaders on a global scale.

- Provide support and guidance to teammates.

- Learn and understand the roles and responsibilities of other teams.

Supplier Management:

- Understand the organisation and workflows of different suppliers.

- Raise alerts and provide support according to established workflows.

- Collaborate closely with suppliers on new developments and bug fixes.

- Maintain thorough knowledge of supplier capabilities and expectations.

External Supplier and Country-Specific Collaboration:

- Understand legal requirements specific to each country.

- Gain and apply knowledge of external solutions.

Infrastructure management: 

- Ensure the production environment is optimised and meets Decathlon’s security standards.

- Utilise and understand all necessary tools for protecting and supporting the production environment.

- Identify and recommend new tools to enhance product support.

- Have foundational knowledge of at least one cloud platform.

- Quickly learn how different IT tools communicate and integrate.

- Possess basic knowledge of at least one coding language (Java, JavaScript, Python, C/C++, etc.).

- Prioritise security, developing and adhering to security procedures.

Data-driven growth:

- Optimise product use based on data and performance metrics.

- Analyse and report statistical data to drive product quality improvements.

- Utilise monitoring tools to provide real-time performance data and ensure safe product usage.

- Identify opportunities for process, product, and security enhancements to drive business success.

SKILLS WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Technical Skills:

• POS Software Knowledge

• Hardware Troubleshooting

• Networking (Strong knowledge of routers, switches, firewalls) 

• Operating Systems (Windows, Linux, or proprietary embedded systems)

• Database Management (e.g., SQL)

• Security (Data protection, PCI compliance etc.)

• Scripting and Automation (e.g., in PowerShell, Bash, or Python)

• Cloud Services and Integration: Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP & Azure) and their integration with POS systems.

Operational Skills:

• Incident Management

• Change Management 

• Project Management: Ability to manage and coordinate POS system installations, upgrades, and maintenance projects.

• Disaster Recovery and Backup

• Compliance and Standards

Qualifications:

Advanced Degree or Specialised Training:

• Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.

• Specialised training or courses in POS systems management.

Industry Certifications:

• ITIL Foundation: Certification in IT Service Management, which is useful for understanding best practices in IT operations. (Optional)

• Project Management Professional (PMP): Certification for managing complex projects, if the role involves significant project management responsibilities. (Optional)

WHO ARE YOU?

• A dynamic and enthusiastic professional with exceptional problem-solving abilities and outstanding communication skills. 

• You excel in delivering top-notch customer service, reinforced by a proactive approach and a commitment to excellence. 

• You can quickly adapt in your time management, embrace continuous learning and have the ability to work and deliver in a fast-paced environment. 

• You are passionate about leveraging your energy and skills to contribute positively to team goals and organisational objectives.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

 This hybrid role would require the successful candidate to attend at least three days a week in one of our Offices in London HUB (Surrey Quays) or Northampton HUB.

BENEFITS

• Get to enjoy the following benefits and perks:

• Yearly pay evaluations

• Healthy discounts on all Decathlon goodies

• Fun weekly Staff Sports/Activities

• Pedal your way to work with the Cycle-to-Work Scheme

• Dive into top-notch training at Decathlon Academy

• Dive into hundreds of discount vouchers (think groceries, travel, shopping, and more!) with our discount hub developed by SmartSpending!

… and many more

At Decathlon UK, we offer Careers That Let You Play. As part of the DECATHLON Group, one of the world's largest sports retailers headquartered in France, we specialize in creating sports products and distributing them through online and physical stores across 56 countries with over 1,700 locations. With over 40+ stores in the UK, our mission is to be the spirited cheerleaders of sports and healthier living in the nation!

As our Accounting and Financial Manager, you will oversee and enhance the financial operations of our company, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strategic growth. You will be responsible for group reporting, statutory accounts, taxation, and external financial communication, while also leading and developing a talented team. 

Your role will focus on maintaining robust internal controls, managing stakeholder relationships, and driving the automation and efficiency of financial processes.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Financial Reporting and Compliance:

• Group Reporting:

  • Oversee monthly and annual group financial reporting.

• Statutory Accounts:

  • Manage the preparation of annual reports and financial statements in compliance with UK GAAP and IFRS.

• Tax Management:

  • Handle VAT, corporate tax, and other tax-related matters.

• External Financial Communication:

  • Serve as the primary contact for country-level external financial communication.

• Compliance and Internal Controls:

  • Ensure compliance with all regulations and maintain robust internal control systems.

• Risk Management:

  • Conduct risk mappings, fraud prevention, and group compliance activities.

Accounting Operations:

• Accounting Processes and Closings:

  • Supervise monthly and annual accounting closures.

• Daily/Weekly Operations:

  • Oversee daily and weekly accounting operations.

• Flow Mapping:

  • Manage IT and physical flow mapping for financial processes.

• Process Automation:

  • Work on the automation of financial flows to enhance efficiency.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Team Animation:

  • Lead and develop a team of 5-6 teammates and 2 Accounting Partners(functional).

  • Animate 4 accounting specialists (AP, AR, Property, United Services), LFO - New Business Models and 1 financial controller. 

  • Provide functional animation for 2 accounting partners working from the Center of Excellence in France.

• Development Plans:

  • Propose tailored development plans, teach, and share knowledge.

  • Identify improvement areas and implement effective solutions.

  • Identify and nurture talents, offering increased responsibilities and monitoring progress.

  • Build an effective, motivated, and complementary team.

• Career Development:

  • Present and promote internal career opportunities and development plans.

  • Involve the team in external recruitment processes, considering their input and maintaining high standards.

  • Ensure the continuity and integration of new teammates through permanent recruitment and comprehensive onboarding.

SKILLS WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Minimum 5 years of experience in any related job

• You have a profound understanding of business operations and market dynamics.  

• You have accounting knowledge with solid Accounting principles and practices.  

• You have expertise in establishing and maintaining internal control systems.  

• You are familiar with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).  

• You have an understanding of local Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).  

• You know both local and international taxation regulations and compliance.

• You have previous experience managing a team 

WHO ARE YOU?

• You are committed to continuous improvement and adaptability in the face of change.  

• You have a demonstrated ability to lead, inspire, and manage teams effectively.  

• You have proficiency in articulating ideas clearly and effectively in both spoken and written forms.  

• You have expertise in identifying issues and developing efficient solutions.  

• You can analyze situations and think strategically.  

• You are meticulous in ensuring accuracy and thoroughness in all tasks.  

• You are capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

 This is a hybrid role and would require the successful candidate to attend at least three days a week in our Hub located in Manchester (Stockport).

BENEFITS

• Get to enjoy the following benefits and perks:

• Yearly pay evaluations

• Healthy discounts on all Decathlon goodies

• Fun weekly Staff Sports/Activities

• Pedal your way to work with the Cycle-to-Work Scheme

• Dive into top-notch training at Decathlon Academy

• Dive into hundreds of discount vouchers (think groceries, travel, shopping, and more!) with our discount hub developed by SmartSpending!

… and many more

At Decathlon UK, we are driven by our mission to move people through the wonders of sports. We are a part of the DECATHLON Group, one of the world’s biggest sports brands.

The job: 

As our Urban Mobility Category Manager, you will drive the growth of Decathlon UK’s market share in urban mobility by developing innovative urban biking and skating commercial strategies and experiences, with a special focus on promoting active lifestyles through cycling and skating and incorporating sustainable alternatives into the business model.
 

Your responsibilities: 

1. Increase Market Share with Adapted UK Sport Commercial Policy:

   - Develop strategies aligned with UK Sport Commercial Policy to increase market share.

   - Analyse market trends and competitors in urban mobility to identify growth opportunities.

   - Identify areas for growth in online and physical business channels.

   - Construct a National Commercial Policy aligned with UK and United strategies.

   - Manage commercial action plans to recruit and retain customers.

   - Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance awareness and increase footfall.

   - Ensure strategy implementation across Decathlon UK through seminars and relationship building.

2. Ensure the Best Offer via the Most Profitable Channel:

   - Construct appropriate product and service offers for each channel.

   - Source local market gaps and customer needs.

   - Implement UK pricing strategy, adapting to competition and market dynamics.

   - Ensure price flexibility and adaptability.

   - Coordinate activities with Retail Suppliers and Supply Leaders.

   - Ensure online availability commitments are met.

3. Positively Impact the Planet and People through Circular Economy:

   - Integrate circular, sustainable, and social strategies into projects.

   - Build repair offers and improve after-sales spare parts availability.

   - Collaborate to promote sustainable solutions and increase product lifespan.

   - Generate partnerships to positively impact communities.

   - Develop long-term strategies aligned with city planning and sustainability goals.

4. Animate a Network of Experts for Value/Price Perception and Customer Experience:

   - Ensure training supports are available to promote the brand.

   - Assess and improve in-store customer experience.

So if you...

• Have a passion for urban cycling or skating and a thorough understanding of the UK market.

• You are curious and have a keen interest in technology and digital.

• Have excellent interpersonal skills and can collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.

• Are data-driven: possessing a strong sense of analysis and forecasting.

• Have exceptional presentation skills, with the ability to convey ideas persuasively.

• Demonstrate strong organisational and prioritisation skills, ensuring that all tasks are oriented towards serving our customers.

• Are ambitious, passionate, and curious, consistently bringing forth new ideas and opportunities.

Specific requirements/Work environment:

 This is a hybrid role and would require the successful candidate to attend at least three days a week in one of our Offices in London (Surrey Quays) or Manchester (Stockport).

Benefits that await you 

Get to enjoy the following benefits and perks:

• Hybrid working 

• Healthy employee discount on all Decathlon products

• Weekly Staff Sports/Activities and free access to our office gym

• Cycle-to-Work Scheme

• Access to private healthcare

• Gym, food, and travel discounts 

… and many more

ABOUT DECATHLON UK 

We’re an international sports retailer with 2080 stores in 56 countries, and if you look a little closer, you’ll see we’re so much more.

Decathlon is dedicated to helping, inspiring and guiding you through your sports experiences. We believe that discovering new sports and being sporty – well, it’s an important part of life – and living well shouldn’t just be for a privileged few.

At Decathlon UK, we are driven by our mission to move people through the wonders of sports. We are a part of the DECATHLON Group, one of the world’s biggest sports brands. 

The job:

We have an exciting opportunity for a PPC Shopping expert to join our fast-paced, growing UK Marketing team. In this role, you would be responsible for supporting the performance marketing team to drive traffic and sales through decathlon.co.uk. 

The PPC team manages paid search channels (Google & Bing), as well as Google Shopping in-house for a number of commercial and branding teams across the UK business. This role primarily focuses on Google Shopping and feed optimisation, working with large datasets and optimising both product information as well as campaign set-up and efficiency. 

The team are responsible for large budgets and is looking for support to improve performance through these channels. This is a fantastic opportunity for a numerate and analytical paid search candidate with several years of experience to join a large, established retailer in the world of online sportswear and equipment.

Your responsibilities: 

• You will assist in driving sales and new customer growth against efficiency targets

• You will help to implement, monitor and execute our customer acquisition strategy across Paid Search, with the potential to work on other channels

• You will work both hands-on with the in-house team, and periodically liaise with existing agency partners on seasonal full-funnel campaigns

• You will manage ad spend, campaign feeds, and support with any necessary technical and creative requirements

• You will be supported with reporting through BigQuery, Google Sheets and Looker Studio

• You will also use API solutions to support automating reporting, campaign conversion measurement and optimisation as well as day-to-day analysis

So if you…

• Someone looking to combine a passion for sport with work.

• We’re looking for someone with 3+ years experience across Paid Search activity, with a particular familiarity with Shopping campaigns and feed optimisation. Paid Social experience would be an additional bonus

• Hands-on experience managing large Google Ads accounts, proactively optimising performance and monitoring trends.

• Comfortable working with large datasets and analysing performance trends

• Familiar with the Google ads interface, Google Merchant Centre and Google Shopping product feeds

• You have a genuine interest in digital marketing and an appreciation for how digital marketing channels work and can complement each other.

• You have a wider interest in marketing and understand how brand marketing complements performance marketing.

• You will be numerate, and enjoy working with large amounts of data

• Any prior experience in coding languages (SQL, Javascript), would be beneficial, though not required.

• You are a self-starter and take initiative, looking for ways to do things yourself before asking for help.

• You are willing to get hands-on, are ruggedly persistent in the face of challenges, and embrace new opportunities.

• You are confident working with a wide range of stakeholders.

• You will always be on the lookout for new ideas and how we can do things better

Skills we are looking for:

• Demonstrated ability to work with data and identify trends

• Proficiency with Excel/Google Sheets

• Proficiency with Google Shopping, an understanding of product feeds and best practices for each

• Proven track record of budget management, and comfort working in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Confidence in presenting data and insights in a clear and concise manner 

• Can function both as an individual and as a team player

Specific requirements/Work environment:

 This is a hybrid role and would require the successful candidate to attend at least three days a week in one of our Offices in London (Surrey Quays)

Benefits that await you 

Get to enjoy the following benefits and perks:

• Hybrid working 

• Healthy employee discount on all Decathlon products

• Weekly Staff Sports/Activities and free access to our office gym

• Cycle-to-Work Scheme

• Access to private healthcare

• Gym, food, and travel discounts 

… and many more

ABOUT DECATHLON UK 

We’re an international sports retailer with 2080 stores in 56 countries, and if you look a little closer, you’ll see we’re so much more.

Decathlon is dedicated to helping, inspiring and guiding you through your sports experiences. We believe that discovering new sports and being sporty – well, it’s an important part of life – and living well shouldn’t just be for a privileged few.