Management Assistant in wholesale and export (specialising in wholesale)
Wholesale and foreign trade management clerks (formerly wholesale and foreign trade clerks) know the specifics of international markets, the business mentality of their partners abroad and have a commercial flair for opening up new trade markets.
The language in teaching is mainly German.
Next start
- Traineeship: Management Assistant in wholesale and export (IHK)
Purchasing of Goods, Sales and Warehouse Management
Wholesale and foreign trade management clerks specialising in wholesale trade buy goods of all kinds from manufacturers or suppliers on national and international markets and resell them to trade, craft and industry. They are in close contact with customers and provide customers with comprehensive advice on the properties of the goods and are responsible for on-time delivery. In addition, you determine sources of supply and demand for the purchase of goods. You obtain new offers, compare conditions and negotiate with vendors on purchasing. After receiving goods, you check invoices and delivery documents and ensure that they are stored properly. In goods issue, you plan the outbound delivery and make the goods ready for shipping. They also calculate prices, process sales orders and issue invoices.
Training programme
Training as a management assistant in wholesale and foreign trade management takes three years. In the first and second year of training, you will learn the theoretical basics for wholesale management assistants. In the third year of training you will apply this knowledge in an 18-month internship and expand your knowledge in practice.
The training is held between Monday and Friday. You will conclude the training course with an examination at the Berlin Chamber of Industry and Commerce.
Does this job suit you?
You should have the following characteristics and skills:
- Sociability
- Assertiveness
- Mental flexibility
- Commercial thinking
- Customer and service orientation
- Negotiating skills
- Communication skills
Career prospects
Business people in the field of wholesale trade find employment in companies in almost all branches of the economy, e.g. in the electrical, automotive or textile industry.
After successful completion of the training, you have the opportunity to complete the further training to become a commercial specialist (IHK) while working.
Next steps
We would like to get to know you. Just register for one of our information events or arrange a personal consultation. Here we will present to you the job description of the profession Office Management Assistants or suitable alternatives and explain the course of the training at GPB College. Furthermore, we will discuss with you the possibilities for the financial support of your education.
You are welcome to send us your application documents in advance, consisting of a short cover letter, a curriculum vitae in tabular form and your most recent certificate, you can simply bring these to your consultation or inform yourself initially with no commitment.
Once all the conditions have been met, you can start with us as soon as possible. Any questions? Here are the answers!