Dual Study Program Business Administration - Retail Management in Sales (Store Operations) 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.

Our department combines the digitization and optimization of processes through close system support. As a central interface, we act as a gatekeeper for branch processes, support the optimization of existing processes and accompany the introduction of new processes. In cooperation with our regional companies, we are responsible for all industry-relevant tests and rollouts.

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

Become part of the Store Operations division and get to know all processes around Lidl's sales department to ensure optimal process processes in close cooperation with our regional companies. This will not only support your personal development, but also make an important contribution to the further development of your area and the success of the company.

This means: Learning business and trade-specific topics such as trade marketing and management, financial and personnel management Participation in projects as well as the independent acquisition of a project Know all six teams within the Store Operations area and close support by your team Possibility to choose the focus on “International Retail Management” and to attend English-language lectures elaboration of business-relevant topics in the context of scientific work, e.g. future perspectives of branch systems in the age of digitalization

You have your (special) abitur with good grades – especially in mathematics and German as well as in business You are interested in business topics and trade-specific aspects You are independent, careful and helpful You are highly communication-oriented, solution-oriented and have a high quality claim to yourself You are ready to be used throughout Germany for a few months

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.

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