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What qualifications do I need for Apprenticeship as Retail Merchant?

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Apprenticeship as Retail Merchant

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

Metro Deutschland GmbH

Essen, NW201-500 employeesAusbildung

Apprenticeship

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Start Date
On request
Sector
Retail
Salary
Competitive salary

Listing data as of November 4, 2026

About this Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship as a retail merchant at METRO in wholesale. During the training you get to know the variety of a METRO wholesale market and help customers find the right products for their business. Training starts in summer 2027 and lasts 3 years, with the option to shorten it.

What You'll Learn

Experience wholesale: Dive into the diverse METRO world and gain valuable experience in customer contact.
Range & inventory management: Discover our extensive range and learn the processes behind a successful wholesale market.
Creative input: Create attractive sales areas and present products appealingly for our customers.
Exciting projects: Deepen your knowledge in exciting projects around food, catering and industry trends.
Promotion opportunities: After your training we open up opportunities for personal development in our young management talent program to advance your career.

Requirements

School education: at least an intermediate school certificate (Realschulabschluss or similar). Your personality counts with us – a very good grade average is not a priority
You have great interest in retail and enjoy dealing with our customers from the catering and food industry
You are a team player and like to get involved
You are at least 16 years old

What Metro Deutschland GmbH offers

Great training pay that rises year by year (wholesale and foreign trade collective agreement)
Holiday and Christmas bonus
30 days of vacation
iPad as a gift for an outstanding IHK exam
Staff purchase discounts at METRO, monthly meal allowance and discounts with partner companies
High chances of being kept on with good performance
Comprehensive further training offer after the apprenticeship
Diverse teams and open cooperation
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