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Retail Salesperson / Retail Professional Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Kaufmann/-frau - Einzelhandel

Retail Salesperson is a recognized 3-year vocational training program in Germany. You will learn everything about selling goods, advising customers, and organizing store operations. The training is practice-oriented and takes place in both retail and craft businesses.

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What you do

  • Advise customers and sell products
  • Receive, inspect, and store goods
  • Present and price products in the sales area
  • Operate the cash register and prepare cash reconciliations
  • Process orders and assist with inventory counts
  • Handle complaints and exchanges
  • Implement promotional activities

Requirements

  • At least a secondary school leaving certificate (Hauptschule or Realschule equivalent)
  • Good German language skills (B2 level)
  • Friendly and customer-oriented demeanor
  • Communication skills and teamwork
  • Interest in trade and products
  • Reliability and diligence
  • Basic math skills

Career prospects

  1. 1Specialization in specific product areas (e.g., fashion, electronics)
  2. 2Advancement to team leader or deputy store manager
  3. 3Further training as a Certified Retail Specialist (Handelsfachwirt) or Business Administrator in Retail
  4. 4Self-employment with your own business
  5. 5University studies in fields like Business Administration or Marketing (with appropriate university entrance qualification)

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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 Retail Salesperson / Retail Professional Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 900 to 1,150 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Retail Salesperson / Retail Professional Ausbildung?

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

What are the requirements for a Retail Salesperson / Retail Professional Ausbildung?

At least a secondary school leaving certificate (Hauptschule or Realschule equivalent); Good German language skills (B2 level); Friendly and customer-oriented demeanor; Communication skills and teamwork.

Where can I find open Retail Salesperson / Retail Professional Ausbildung positions?

Right now there are 2,151 open positions at 356 companies, for example at Kaufland, NORMA Lebensmittelfilialbetrieb Stiftung & Co. KG, and Deichmann SE.

How to apply as a Retail Salesperson / Retail Professional

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

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