What is the salary for 2027 Apprenticeship as a Retail Sales Specialist / Sales Assistant?

The salary range for this position is €1,250–€1,500 per month. This is the training salary during the Ausbildung program. Salaries typically increase after completing the training.

What qualifications do I need for 2027 Apprenticeship as a Retail Sales Specialist / Sales Assistant?

Most Ausbildung positions, including this one, are entry-level and don't require prior work experience. You typically need a school leaving certificate (Hauptschulabschluss, Realschulabschluss, or Abitur) and German language skills (usually B1-B2 level). Check the requirements section on this page for specific details.

Where is this Ausbildung position located?

This position is located in Ulm, Germany. Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG offers this training program at their Ulm location. You may need to find accommodation nearby if you're relocating.

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2027 Apprenticeship as a Retail Sales Specialist / Sales Assistant

Original title: Ausbildung Kaufmann im Einzelhandel / Verkäufer 2027 (m/w/d)

Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG

Ulm, BW500+ employeesAusbildung

Apprenticeship

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Start Date
On request
Sector
Einzelhandel
Salary
€1250 - €1500

Listing data as of November 11, 2026

About this Apprenticeship

Train at Lidl in Ulm as a sales assistant over 2 years or a retail sales specialist over 3 years. Learn how a store runs, take on responsibility and develop your skills as part of a team. Depending on the training year, full-time pay is €1,250 to €1,350 per month for sales assistants or €1,250 to €1,500 per month for retail sales specialists.

What You'll Learn

Learn what matters in retail and how quality, freshness and cleanliness create a good shopping experience in Lidl stores, through either a 2-year sales assistant apprenticeship or a 3-year retail sales specialist apprenticeship
Take an active role in stocking and displaying goods, baking and operating the checkout
Check incoming goods, help with stocktakes and provide customers with advice and support
If you choose the third year to qualify as a retail sales specialist, learn how to create staff schedules and lead your first shift
Attend training sessions and exciting apprentice projects to build your skills

Requirements

Successfully completed school education
Interest in the busy world of retail
Drive and a committed approach to work
Team spirit, friendliness and enjoyment of working with people
Reliability and flexibility to work during your store's opening hours

What Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG offers

Good pay above the standard pay scale, plus holiday and Christmas bonuses
Exclusive 5% shopping discount in our stores
Individual support and guidance from experienced trainers and a personal mentor
Professional and personal development as you take on more responsibility
Varied tasks and projects
Strong chances of a permanent job after passing your final exam, with the option to gain the further retail sales specialist qualification and progress to deputy store manager
Discounted Deutschlandticket travel pass
A workplace culture based on trust, diversity and a clear pay system regardless of gender
Rewards for passing your final exams with good or very good results
An introduction to Lidl's systems and your work area with support from a personal mentor
From 1 April, 5% off your entire shop at any of our more than 3,250 Lidl stores in Germany
Chances to develop your strengths, with current employees given preference for open positions
Part-time work options, 6 weeks of holiday and the option to take a sabbatical
Support for greener commuting and a contribution towards your Deutschlandticket travel pass
An employee app with news, staff offers and tools to plan leave, view payslips and chat with colleagues
Workplace health activities covering exercise, healthy eating, stress management, addiction prevention and comfortable working practices, plus discounts at selected fitness providers across Germany
An annual Christmas party and in-person and online team events
An annual Lidl Christmas gift package with surprises, plus regular prize draws and discount offers

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