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Diplom-Betriebswirt/Diplom-Betriebswirtin (BA) - Warenwirtschaft, Logistik

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Salary: what employees earn

Actual salary (BA Entgeltatlas), not a pay scale. Median pay of full-time employees subject to social insurance; part-time is not included. The salary in your contract may differ.

Median per month (gross)

€4,554

Range per month (25% to 75%)

€3,593 – €5,896

  • Region: Germany
  • Applies to the occupational group KldB 51623 This occupational group covers several occupations, not only this one.
  • Data import: October 2026
  • Reference period of the figure: not stated in the dataset
  • The source states the number of cases and the publication threshold.

Source: BA-Entgeltatlas

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Pay scales and minimum rates

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Statutory minimum wage

  • Statutory

    €13.90 per hour

    valid from 2026-01-01, until 2026-12-31

    § 1 Nr. 1 MiLoV5: „ab 1. Januar 2026 13,90 Euro brutto je Zeitstunde“

Source: Fifth Minimum Wage Adjustment Ordinance (MiLoV5), Federal Law Gazette 2025 I No. 268 · As of 2026-10-27

Upcoming rates (1)

  • Statutory

    €14.60 per hour

    valid from 2027-01-01 · upcoming

    § 1 Nr. 2 MiLoV5: „ab 1. Januar 2027 14,60 Euro brutto je Zeitstunde“

Source: Fifth Minimum Wage Adjustment Ordinance (MiLoV5), Federal Law Gazette 2025 I No. 268 · As of 2026-10-27

Terms explained
Generally binding collective agreement (AVE)
A collective agreement that the labour ministry has declared binding for all employers in a sector – even without union membership.
Framework agreement (Manteltarifvertrag)
Sets general working conditions such as working hours, leave and notice periods, not the level of pay.
Pay agreement (Entgelttarifvertrag)
Sets how much is paid per pay grade.
Pay grade (Entgeltgruppe)
The classification by task and qualification. It decides which amount in the pay table applies to you.

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BMAS collective agreement register

Career: possible moves

Occupations people move to from this one. Every rating shows how it was derived.

  • Logistikleiter

    Logistik, Industrie & Produktion

    Editorially selected · Dataset as of 2026-05-24

    Rating: schwer

    about 18 months

    Derivation

    What you bring: Inventory Management, KPI-Tracking, Medical Documentation, Prozessmanagement, Stakeholder-Management, Transport

    According to the dataset: qualification paths

    Show qualification routes (1)
    • Führungserfahrung und operative Logistiksteuerung(required)
      1 option
      • Leadership in Logistics, 5 Tage, BVL
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  • Supply-Chain-Manager/Supply-Chain-Managerin

    Logistik, Industrie & Produktion

    Editorially selected · Dataset as of 2026-05-24

    Rating: schwer

    about 18 months

    Derivation

    What you bring: Logistikleitung, Stakeholder-Management, Supply Chain, Transportmanagement

    What is still missing: Controlling, Einkaufsverhandlung, sop_snop, Talent Management, Wms Sap Ewm

    According to the dataset: qualification paths

    Show qualification routes (5)
    • Controlling
      1 option
      • Zertifikatslehrgang
        Description from the dataset

        Kompaktkurs Unternehmenscontrolling / Supply-Chain-Controlling an einer IHK oder Fachakademie. Inhalte: Kostenrechnung, KPI-Systeme, Abweichungsanalyse, Reporting. Status: wird neu aufgebaut.

    • Einkaufsverhandlung
      1 option
      • Praxiserfahrung
        Description from the dataset

        Verhandlungsführung mit Lieferanten wird in der Einkaufspraxis on-the-job erlernt. Ergänzend empfiehlt sich ein Verhandlungsseminar an einer IHK oder Einkaufsfachschule. Status: wird neu aufgebaut.

    • Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP / S&NOP)
      1 option
      • Zertifikatslehrgang
        Description from the dataset

        Fachseminar S&OP-Prozesse und integrierte Unternehmensplanung an einer Fachakademie oder einem Berufsverband im Supply-Chain-Bereich. Inhalte: Bedarfsplanung, Kapazitätsabgleich, Konsensplanung. Status: wird neu aufgebaut.

    • Talentmanagement
      1 option
      • Praxiserfahrung
        Description from the dataset

        Mitarbeiterentwicklung und Teamführung werden in leitenden Supply-Chain-Rollen on-the-job aufgebaut, begleitend durch Führungsseminare an einer IHK oder Fachakademie. Status: wird neu aufgebaut.

    • Lagerverwaltungssysteme / SAP EWM
      1 option
      • Zertifikatslehrgang
        Description from the dataset

        Herstellerspezifischer Anwenderkurs Lagerverwaltungssystem (z. B. SAP EWM) beim jeweiligen Anbieter oder einer SAP-autorisierten Schulungseinrichtung. Inhalte: Lagerstruktur, Warenbewegungen, Bestandsführung. Status: wird neu aufgebaut.

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  • Operations Manager

    Management & Strategie

    Editorially selected · Dataset as of 2026-05-24

    Rating: schwer

    about 24 months

    Derivation

    What you bring: KPI-Tracking, Logistikleitung, Prozessmanagement

    What is still missing: Controlling, Order Management, Six Sigma, Strategic Finance, Team Leadership

    According to the dataset: qualification paths

    Show qualification routes (5)
    • Controlling
      1 option
      • IHK-/Kammer-Zertifikatslehrgang
        Description from the dataset

        Zertifikatslehrgang Controlling bei einer IHK oder Fachschule; vermittelt Budgetplanung, Kostenrechnung und Abweichungsanalyse praxisnah. Wird neu aufgebaut.

    • Auftragsmanagement
      1 option
      • Praxiserfahrung
        Description from the dataset

        Auftragsdurchlauf-Kenntnisse werden in der Praxis durch strukturierte Einarbeitung und Mitarbeit in Order-to-Cash-Prozessen aufgebaut. Wird neu aufgebaut.

    • Six Sigma
      1 option
      • IHK-/Kammer-Zertifikatslehrgang
        Description from the dataset

        Anerkannte Qualitätsmanagement-Zertifizierung (Prozessoptimierung/Lean/Six-Sigma-Kategorie) bei einer Hochschule, IHK oder akkreditiertem Bildungsträger. Wird neu aufgebaut.

    • Strategische Finanzplanung
      1 option
      • Studium
        Description from the dataset

        Vertiefungsmodul oder Weiterbildungsstudiengang in BWL/Finance an einer Hochschule oder Fachschule; deckt strategische Investitions- und Liquiditätsplanung ab. Wird neu aufgebaut.

    • Teamführung
      1 option
      • Praxiserfahrung
        Description from the dataset

        Führungskompetenz wird durch schrittweise Übernahme von Personalverantwortung und ggf. ergänzende Führungskräftetrainings bei Berufsverbänden oder Fachschulen entwickelt. Wird neu aufgebaut.

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Further paths have not been researched reliably yet.

Where else you can go

Routes many people do not think of straight away. Every statement names source and date; what is missing reads “not documented yet”.

  • Head of Logistics / Supply Chain Management via the Master in Logistics and Supply Chain Management

    You steer procurement, transport, distribution and operations along the supply chain and are responsible for costs and processes. In leadership roles you plan strategically and lead teams.

    Why you fit

    Your experience in merchandise management, transport and warehouse logistics is the base for the master's. It deepens strategy, digitalisation and operations management.

    The route there

    Further training and exam
    Master in Logistics and Supply Chain Management at Kempten University of Applied Sciences: full-time study including the thesis, starting in the winter semester. Content: strategic supply chain management, transport and distribution, digitalisation, operations management, procurement. Career fields per the university: logistics providers, industry and trade, leading positions.

    Source: Hochschule Kempten, programme page Master Logistics and Supply Chain Management · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Duration
    not documented yet
    Cost
    not documented yet
    Funding
    not documented yet
    Salary
    not documented yet

    Your next step: Ask the Kempten student office whether your diploma (BA) meets the admission requirements and note the application deadline.

  • Certified Business Manager (IHK), Master Professional in Business Management

    You handle strategy, finance, organisation and control of business processes at management level. This includes national and international service processes.

    Why you fit

    With a business degree and relevant work experience you can be admitted to the exam. Your logistics and process experience covers parts of the fields of action.

    The route there

    Further training and exam
    Exam for Certified Business Manager (Master Professional in Business Management under the Vocational Training Act). Admission with, among others, a business diploma, master's or bachelor's degree plus at least one year of relevant work experience. Five fields of action, including strategy, finance and service processes.

    Source: IHK Bodensee-Oberschwaben, Betriebswirt (VO 2020) · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Duration
    not documented yet
    Cost
    not documented yet
    Funding
    Upgrading BAföG funds courses including the Betriebswirt: a grant of 50 % of course and exam costs, the rest as an optional low-interest loan. The course must exceed 400 hours.

    Source: IHK Elbe-Weser, Aufstiegs-BAföG · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Salary
    not documented yet

    Your next step: Send your chamber your diploma and proof of work experience and ask about admission.

  • Certified Specialist in Freight Transport and Logistics (IHK)

    You plan, coordinate and optimise services in freight transport and logistics and develop services further. This includes pricing, contract negotiation and staff leadership.

    Why you fit

    Your practice in transport coordination and warehouse logistics fits the fields of action. A related degree can count towards admission.

    The route there

    Further training and exam
    Admission with, among others, at least 90 ECTS from a related degree plus at least two years of relevant work experience. Exam: written situation description and oral part, three fields (developing and marketing services, providing them, communication, leadership, cooperation).

    Source: IHK Heilbronn-Franken, Fachwirt für Güterverkehr und Logistik · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Duration
    not documented yet
    Cost
    not documented yet
    Funding
    Upgrading BAföG funds courses for the Fachwirt: a grant of 50 % of course and exam costs, the rest as an optional loan.

    Source: IHK Elbe-Weser, Aufstiegs-BAföG · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Salary
    not documented yet

    Your next step: Ask your chamber for an admission check based on your studies and practice.

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  • Freight Transport Manager (professional competence under EU law)

    You manage the transport activities of a road haulage company and are responsible for the professional competence behind its licence. This covers law, finance, market access and road safety.

    Why you fit

    If you want to lead in forwarding and transport, you need this proof. Certain BA degrees are exempt from the exam.

    The route there

    Further training and exam
    Standard route: competence exam at the IHK for your place of residence. Recognised qualifications skip the exam, including forwarding clerks, transport specialists and certain diploma and bachelor degrees of the Berufsakademien Lörrach and Mannheim; on request the IHK issues a certificate under Annex III of Regulation (EC) No 1071/2009. Cut-off for start or completion of training: 4 December 2011.

    Source: IHK Erfurt, road haulage – admission requirements · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Duration
    not documented yet
    Cost
    not documented yet
    Funding
    not documented yet
    Salary
    not documented yet
    Particulars
    The exam covers eight subject areas (including civil law, commercial law, social law, tax law, market access, road safety): two written parts of two hours each and, if needed, an oral part of half an hour.

    Source: IHK Erfurt, road haulage · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Your next step: Ask your IHK for the Annex III certificate, with your diploma and study start date.

  • Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser (IHK training)

    You monitor compliance with dangerous goods rules when goods are carried, packed, loaded and unloaded. You advise management and train staff.

    Why you fit

    Anyone planning transport and warehouse logistics meets dangerous goods. The proof widens your profile in forwarding, industry and trade.

    The route there

    Further training and exam
    Training under the Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser Ordinance (GbV) with a chamber-approved provider, then the written IHK exam. The training certificate is valid five years; renewal by a renewal exam.

    Source: IHK Potsdam, Gefahrgutbeauftragte · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Duration
    Basic course for one mode of transport: 30 teaching units (22.5 hours); each further mode adds 10 teaching units (7.5 hours).

    Source: IHK Potsdam, Gefahrgutbeauftragte · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Cost
    Exam fee at IHK Potsdam: 165 € for one or two modes of transport, 210 € for three or four; course fees come on top and the source does not state them.

    Source: IHK Potsdam, Gefahrgutbeauftragte · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Funding
    not documented yet
    Salary
    not documented yet

    Your next step: Find a chamber-approved training provider and an exam date at your IHK.

  • Certified Procurement Specialist (IHK), Bachelor Professional in Procurement

    You determine purchasing needs, develop purchasing strategies and steer supplier, risk and quality management. This includes procurement controlling and leadership.

    Why you fit

    Merchandise management and supply chains border on purchasing. The qualification closes gaps in procurement controlling and negotiation.

    The route there

    Further training and exam
    Certified Procurement Specialist, Bachelor Professional in Procurement (DQR level 6). Admission under § 53c BBiG: three-year commercial apprenticeship, another apprenticeship plus at least one year of practice, or at least five years of practice; alternatively credibly shown professional competence. Six fields of action, written and oral.

    Source: IHK Köln, Fachwirt Einkauf · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Duration
    not documented yet
    Cost
    not documented yet
    Funding
    Upgrading BAföG funds courses for the Fachwirt: a grant of 50 % of course and exam costs, the rest as an optional loan.

    Source: IHK Elbe-Weser, Aufstiegs-BAföG · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Salary
    not documented yet

    Your next step: File an admission application with your chamber before the course starts and ask about recognition.

  • Master in Industrial Engineering and Management (part-time)

    You combine business and technical questions, plan processes and systems and work at the interface of production and logistics.

    Why you fit

    Your business-oriented logistics degree is an economics base; part-time masters address working people.

    The route there

    Further training and exam
    Master of Science in Industrial Engineering at the Professional School of Leuphana University Lüneburg: part-time, first degree ideally in economics plus at least one year of relevant work experience afterwards.

    Source: Leuphana Universität Lüneburg, Professional School – application · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Duration
    not documented yet
    Cost
    not documented yet
    Funding
    not documented yet
    Salary
    not documented yet

    Your next step: Read the Leuphana curriculum and check whether your diploma (BA) is accepted as a first degree.

  • Lean Manager (IHK certificate course)

    You introduce lean methods in production or administration and improve processes and key figures. You work with teams on continuous improvement.

    Why you fit

    Your process and KPI experience in logistics and merchandise management is the base for lean roles.

    The route there

    Further training and exam
    IHK certificate courses “Beauftragter für Lean Management” and “Lean Manager – Produktion” (IHK Akademie Darmstadt); completion is an in-course test with an IHK certificate.

    Source: IHK Darmstadt, certificate courses · As of 2026-11-01 (retrieved)

    Duration
    not documented yet
    Cost
    not documented yet
    Funding
    not documented yet
    Salary
    not documented yet

    Your next step: Ask your chamber's academy for course dates and prerequisites.

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