Apprenticeship as Retail Merchant

With more than 350 stores in Germany and over 660 stores in 10 countries, we are one of the leading DIY retailers in Europe. Our vision: to be the first point of contact for all projects around your own home – true to our motto: Everything doable with OBI. For this we live a culture in which we support each other. Your three-year apprenticeship (shortening possible with good performance!) is the perfect entry to dive deep into our assortment and lay the foundation for your career.

Product knowledge - You will learn our entire construction and garden assortment and can later specialize in your preferred area. Business processes - In addition to our assortments, you will also get to know all other areas such as checkout, service center, and goods receipt to understand our business from the ground up. Customer advice - You advise our customers in the store and find the right solution for every concern. Merchandise management - You familiarize yourself with merchandise ordering and optimal product presentation. Digital customer interaction - Whether app, email, or messenger: You answer customer inquiries via our modern channels and experience contemporary customer dialogue. Project participation - Together with the team, you implement varied projects in the store and gain valuable experience during the apprentice project week or in our two-week apprentice store.

School diploma - You have a successful Hauptschulabschluss, Realschulabschluss or your Abitur before the start of the apprenticeship. Customer orientation - You enjoy dealing with people and have an open manner. Enthusiasm - You bring motivation for diverse tasks and a varied daily routine. Communication strength - You can express yourself clearly and understandably both in direct conversation and digitally, and are ready to actively advise and sell.

Attractive pay - Graduated remuneration: €1,175 (1st year), €1,280 (2nd year), €1,425 (3rd year) plus pro-rated vacation and Christmas bonuses Mobility bonus - Receive up to €30 net per month, graduated according to your commute. The full bonus applies from six kilometers; for shorter distances you receive a pro-rated subsidy Work-life balance - Enjoy six weeks of annual leave for recreation Your personal buddy - Experienced colleagues make your start easier and are at your side Further training opportunities - Take part in product, system, and sales training on-site in the store or on our digital learning platforms Shopping at OBI - Benefit from 15% discount in the store and on obi.de Sustainable on the go - Get a heavily discounted company bike if interested