International corporate culture

With the continued dynamic growth of the company, the number of employees in 2006 rose to 97,779. In over 600 stores across the globe, we employ a predominantly domestic workforce – including management positions. Internationality, diversity and a high degree of intercultural expertise are inherent to the corporate culture at METRO Cash & Carry.

Employee overview

Development of employee figures
(full-time employees in the annual average)
• 2002: 72,010  
• 2003: 77,347  
• 2004: 83,425
• 2005: 90,502
• 2006: 97,779

Employees by region (2005)
all: 90.502
Germany: 15.580
Western Europe (without Germany): 30.041
Eastern Europe: 35.138
Asia & Africa: 9.743

International workforce
People from 130 nations work for METRO Cash & Carry at over 600 locations in 29 countries. METRO Cash & Carry Germany alone employs more than 19,000 employees from 95 countries.
 
Working abroad
As an international company with locations in 29 countries, METRO Cash & Carry offers a growing number of employees the opportunity to gain professional experience abroad.