Apprenticeship as Commercial Specialist (IHK) Retail Sauerlach

The apprenticeship as a commercial 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 can later become your own boss at EDEKA as a store manager. With the commercial specialist qualification, you count as the management talent of tomorrow or you become your own boss as an independent retailer at EDEKA. 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 commercial specialist (which today corresponds to the quality level of a bachelor's degree). In addition, there is even the "trainer certificate" (aptitude for training according to AEVO) as a third qualification. Qualifications that directly lead the management talent 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 co-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 appearance and a well-groomed look are a matter of course for you.
• You enjoy handling fresh food and know how important quality is.