Apprenticeship as a retail salesperson (m/f/x)
Do you enjoy working with people, are you open, service-oriented and looking for a practical apprenticeship with a future? Then an apprenticeship as a retail sales assistant at REWE Group Austria with its many BILLA, BIPA and PENNY stores is just right for you. With BILLA and PENNY, we cover a dense network of food retail outlets, while BIPA is all about care and beauty. In this apprenticeship, you will work directly in the store, have daily contact with customers and learn step by step how modern retail works. The retail apprenticeship combines practical experience, customer contact, sales and organization in an ideal way. The focus varies depending on the company offering the apprenticeship.
As a retail sales assistant, you are right in the middle of the action: You are there for customers, work in a team and ensure that the product range is presented and sold correctly. An important focus of your training will be on service, advice and organization. During your apprenticeship, you will become part of a well-coordinated team and receive practical training in a future-proof industry where quality and reliability are key.
Tasks and content of the apprenticeship as a retail salesperson (m/f/x)
During your apprenticeship, you will get to know a wide range of activities that make up everyday working life in the store. The retail apprenticeship gives you an insight into different areas and helps you to gain a good understanding of all retail processes step by step. Depending on whether you join BILLA and PENNY in food retail or BIPA in perfumery, you will naturally focus on different areas.
However, your tasks basically include
- Collaborating in sales and actively advising customers
- Working at the cash desk and processing payment transactions
- Goods acceptance, inspection and proper storage
- Attractive presentation of the product range on the shelf
- Getting to know the product range and the ordering processes
- Support with inventories and stock checks
- Collaboration in daily market activities and close teamwork
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Requirements and qualification for an apprenticeship as a retail salesperson (m/f/x)
No special prior knowledge is required for an apprenticeship as a retail sales assistant. What is most important is your motivation, reliability and enjoyment of working with people.
The requirements for your apprenticeship in retail are
- Positive compulsory school leaving certificate
- Interest in working in the market and in sales
- Friendly demeanor and service orientation
- Team spirit and commitment
- Willingness to learn new things and take on responsibility
You will learn everything you need for your apprenticeship directly in practice - with full consideration of your strengths.
Course and duration of the apprenticeship
An apprenticeship in retail usually lasts three years. Throughout your apprenticeship, you will alternate between practical work in the store and lessons at vocational school.
In addition to the practical content, your training is based on clearly defined training regulations that give you security and structure.
With each year of your apprenticeship, you will deepen your knowledge, learn about processes such as purchasing and sales and be specifically prepared for the final apprenticeship exam. Your training company will support you throughout your apprenticeship and offer you clear structures and sound training.
Salary and earnings
During your apprenticeship, you will receive a staggered apprenticeship allowance above the collective agreement. The amount depends on your apprenticeship year.
During your apprenticeship you will receive:
1st year of apprenticeship: from € 1.220,-
2nd year of apprenticeship: from € 1.350,-
3rd year of apprenticeship: from € 1.580,-
The monthly apprentice salary varies depending on the retail company. After completing an apprenticeship as a retail salesperson, the starting salaries in retail are among the more attractive compared to other apprenticeships.
Further training and career opportunities
After your apprenticeship in food retail or perfumery, there are many paths open to you. As a qualified specialist, you will be one of the most sought-after retail salespeople and will be well prepared for everyday working life.
Possible development steps are, for example
- Entry as a specialist in the market
- Specialization in certain product ranges
- Further training in sales or organizational areas
- Development towards deputy or market manager:in
Internal programs, where you can set your priorities, as well as external career information, career information, a digital career compass, the training compass and current job market trends offer you orientation.
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FAQ
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The start depends on whether you start at BILLA, PENNY or BIPA. You can find more detailed information in the respective apprenticeship vacancies.
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Yes, if you perform well, you have a very good chance of being taken on after completing your apprenticeship.
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Once you have successfully completed your apprenticeship, many doors will be open to you at REWE Group. We offer you countless opportunities, from being taken on and developing into a manager to higher positions within REWE Group.
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You will be supervised by experienced colleagues, receive regular feedback and receive targeted preparation for the final apprenticeship examination.
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A positive compulsory school leaving certificate is sufficient.