SPAR International, a privately owned retail company founded in 1932 and headquartered in the Netherlands, employs approximately 7,460 people. The organization operates a global network of over 13,990 stores across 48 countries on four continents, serving more than 14.7 million customers daily. SPAR's structure is based on a cooperative model of wholesalers and retailers working in partnership. The company emphasizes knowledge sharing and collaboration among its members. The Amsterdam-based headquarters manages the global SPAR brand, providing strategic guidance and support to its international network of stores.