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Industrial Clerk / Commercial Assistant Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Industriekaufmann/-frau

Industrial clerk is a recognized vocational training program that provides comprehensive commercial knowledge and skills in various areas of industry and trade over three years. Apprentices learn about a company's business processes from procurement and production to sales, preparing them for diverse responsibilities.

What you do

  • Obtain and compare offers, and place orders (Procurement)
  • Advise customers, prepare offers, and process orders (Sales)
  • Check invoices, monitor payments, and prepare bookings (Accounting)
  • Maintain personnel files and assist with personnel planning (Human Resources)
  • Plan and support the implementation of marketing campaigns
  • Monitor and optimize production processes and inventory levels
  • Handle correspondence and perform general office tasks

Requirements

  • At least an intermediate school leaving certificate (Realschulabschluss)
  • Good grades in German, mathematics, and English
  • Interest in commercial contexts and economics
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Diligence, sense of responsibility, and organizational talent
  • Good knowledge of MS Office applications (Word, Excel)
  • Analytical thinking skills and understanding of numbers

Career prospects

  1. 1Further training to become a 'Fachwirt' (e.g., Industrial Specialist, Business Specialist)
  2. 2Specialization in specific areas such as controlling, marketing, or human resources
  3. 3Advancement to leadership positions (e.g., team leader, department head)
  4. 4University studies in Business Administration (possibly with a vocational baccalaureate)
  5. 5Self-employment after relevant professional experience

Open positions

There are no open positions in this career right now. New positions come in several times a day.

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Industrial Clerk / Commercial Assistant Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 900 to 1,200 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Industrial Clerk / Commercial Assistant Ausbildung?

Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Industrial Clerk / Commercial Assistant Ausbildung?

At least an intermediate school leaving certificate (Realschulabschluss); Good grades in German, mathematics, and English; Interest in commercial contexts and economics; Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Where can I find open Industrial Clerk / Commercial Assistant Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Industrial Clerk / Commercial Assistant

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.