Apprenticeship as Retail Salesperson - 2027

As a retail salesperson you are the foundation for the success of an EDEKA market. The customer is the focus for you. You are their first contact and an important advisor for all questions about their shopping. You need to know the products extremely well, and we guarantee you will learn something new every day. Your apprenticeship lasts three years – but under certain conditions it can be shortened by six or even twelve months. After passing the exam you are a retail salesperson – a foundation for a fast career and possible self‑employment with EDEKA. During the training you will go through varied areas of activity.

You are responsible for purchasing, sales and marketing of our goods. You operate the checkouts, handle cash reconciliation and are responsible for data analysis. You supervise merchandise management and retail business processes. You are the contact person and important advisor for our customers. You participate in assortment planning. You carry out sales‑promoting product presentation yourself.

Enjoyment of dealing with people and team spirit. Interest in food, trends & trade. Motivation to take responsibility and learn new things. A good lower secondary or intermediate school diploma (or higher).

A 3‑year apprenticeship with real prospects (e.g. further training opportunities to become a department or store manager). Attractive salary according to collective agreement + staff discounts. Apprentice seminars, training and exciting projects. A strong team that supports you. Takeover opportunities after your apprenticeship.