Apprenticeship as Trade Specialist (IHK) Retail

The apprenticeship as a trade specialist is a good alternative to university studies. A plus point is that the apprenticeship combines theory and practice. From daily retail business to the areas of business administration, work organization and accounting to topics such as marketing, logistics and sales – a wealth of knowledge with which you could later become your own boss at EDEKA as a store manager. With the trade specialist qualification, you count as the management talent of tomorrow or you become your own boss at EDEKA as an independent merchant. The form of your apprenticeship is considered a practice-oriented alternative to a business administration degree. It usually lasts three years. Afterwards you have two qualifications: retail merchant and trade specialist (which today corresponds to the quality level of a bachelor's degree). In addition, there is even the 'trainer aptitude certificate' (AEVO) as a third qualification. Qualifications that lead management talent directly to a responsible position. First, you learn the daily retail business - from purchasing and sales to marketing, consulting, service and dealing with customers. Furthermore, you can acquire extensive and in-depth knowledge in the areas of business administration, marketing, work organization, and so on. During your apprenticeship, you also take part in various projects – lessons at a local vocational school are completely omitted. Instead, you attend a local trade school.

• You plan and organize sales
• You procure goods and ensure their availability
• You present goods and implement services
• You determine and analyze business indicators
• You manage business processes

• You have your high school diploma or technical college entrance qualification.
• You have a real desire to work with customers and advise them personally.
• You can express yourself well and clearly so that everyone understands what you mean.
• You learn new topics quickly and have a quick grasp.
• Independent work and taking responsibility are a matter of course for you.
• You are an organizational talent and keep an overview even in stressful situations.
• Business contexts interest you and you want to learn more.
• You bring creativity to contribute your own ideas and drive things forward.
• You enjoy teamwork and like working with others.
• A friendly demeanor and a well-groomed appearance are a matter of course for you.
• You enjoy handling fresh food and know how important quality is.