Dual study program Business Administration - Retail Management in Purchasing Food 2026

You want to combine theory and practice perfectly? Every three months you change between lectures at the DHBW Heilbronn and exciting practical assignments at our headquarters in Bad Wimpfen. You take responsible tasks, work with real projects and are accompanied and supported by an experienced team.

As a team, we design the future of our range, e.g. through the development of products, assortment optimizations, the development of sustainability strategies and negotiations with suppliers.

On 01. September 2026 launches your welcome month – we can hardly wait!

Become part of the Purchasing Food team by introducing your passion for trading and feeling for numbers and relationships. You will get to know the design of our range and accompany the holistic purchasing process. This will not only promote your own development, but also contribute to the development of the product world of our branches.

This means:

Learning business and trade-specific topics such as trade marketing and management, as well as trends in consumer goods trade If you are interested in English-language lectures, you can choose the focus on International Retail Management Participation in projects for the development and integration of new products, e.g. on the basis of product and competition analyses and negotiation preparations Running different teams within the operational purchasing and relevant interfaces such as e.g. B. our action management and marketing Development of scientific work, e.g. on the market relevance or target group of our assortment

You have a (special) Abitur with good grades - especially in mathematics, German and possibly Economy You are interested in business relationships and are enthusiastic about trade and food You have a quick understanding and fun in analytical tasks You are strong, committed, confident and responsible You are ready to be used throughout Germany for a few weeks

Attractive over-tariff salary as well as holiday and Christmas money Professional and personal development by taking over increasingly responsibility Individual support and support through experienced trainers and a personal sponsor Varied tasks and projects Top perspectives and further development possibilities A great team, communication at eye level and lots of space for personal development

We value your entry with us! With attractive benefits and a corporate culture that focuses on confidence, diversity and a transparent pay system regardless of gender. Sounds good? Then let's hear from you soon!

How to become part of #teamlidl: We need a tabular CV from you and the last two school certificates. A letter is optional. Just click on “Apply Now” and follow the further steps. We look forward to seeing you! JOBV1_EN