| # | Company | Employees |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Henkelhenkel.com
A global company with over 145 years of success in Adhesive Technologies and Consumer Brands, focused on innovation, responsibility, and sustainability |
42,329 |
| 2 |
Dr. Oetkeroetker.com
A family-oriented food manufacturer committed to people, society, and sustainability Offering a variety of products to meet global tastes |
31,000 |
| 3 |
C&Ac-and-a.com
Retailer offering sustainable, quality fashion for the entire family with a focus on innovation, circularity, and long-term impact. |
24,900 |
| 4 |
ALDI Nord Groupaldi-nord.de
Leading discount retailer operating 4,700 stores in nine European countries, focusing on simple shopping experiences and employee development. |
22,682 |
| 5 |
Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaAwonderl.ink
A global media, services, and education company with diverse subsidiaries, generating billions in revenue and striving for climate neutrality by 2030 |
20,799 |
| 6 |
Rhenus Logisticsrhenus.group
Global logistics specialist with innovative solutions for supply chain management, offering transport, warehousing, customs clearance, and value-added services worldwide with customer needs as top priority |
15,341 |
| 7 |
SMS groupsms-group.com
Development of customized and modular metal industry solutions including plant design, modernization, digitalization, and lifecycle services for clients. |
15,000 |
| 8 |
ALDI SÜDkarriere.aldi-sued.de
A leading discounter with diverse, fair, and supportive work environment employing over 170,000 across 11 countries, providing opportunities for personal growth and development |
8,816 |
| 9 |
Vorwerk Groupvorwerk-group.com
Development, manufacturing, and direct sales of high-quality household devices including Thermomix and Kobold vacuum cleaners worldwide. |
7,700 |
| 10 | 6,888 | |
| 11 |
Deichmanndeichmann-karriere.de
A leading shoe retail company with over 4,200 stores in 31 countries, offering career opportunities, training courses, and international development programs |
5,881 |
| 12 |
Vaillant Groupvaillant-group.com
International company specializing in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning technology, providing innovative and environmentally friendly heating solutions like heat pumps and gas heating appliances. |
5,770 |
| 13 |
OBI Group Holdingobi.de
A leading DIY retailer in Germany and Europe, offering products and services for home improvement, construction, and gardening with a focus on creativity and individuality |
5,740 |
| 14 | 5,459 | |
| 15 |
KOSTAL Groupkostal.com
Develops, produces, and distributes technologically complex electronic and mechatronic products for automotive, industrial electronics, connectors, and test technology applications. |
5,302 |
| 16 |
GOLDBECKgoldbeck.de
Designs, builds, and services diverse buildings across Europe, offering a one-stop-shop approach for fast, sustainable, and cost-effective real estate projects. |
5,050 |
| 17 | 4,920 | |
| 18 |
BEUMER Groupbeumergroup.com
Design and manufacture of intralogistics systems for conveying, loading, palletising, packaging, sortation, and distribution across various industries worldwide. |
4,705 |
| 19 |
Grünenthal Groupgrunenthal.com
Global leader in pain management and related diseases, bringing innovative treatments to patients worldwide, with a vision of a pain-free world |
4,680 |
| 20 | 4,343 | |
| 21 | 4,240 | |
| 22 |
SSI SCHÄFERssi-schaefer.com
Provides comprehensive intralogistics solutions, including automated warehouses, software for material flow, and sustainable container systems, helping customers boost efficiency and sustainability. |
4,200 |
| 23 | 4,018 | |
| 24 |
Siegwerksiegwerk.com
Innovative producer of coatings and inks, specializing in custom solutions for various printing methods, with a focus on customer satisfaction and global presence |
3,449 |
| 25 |
HORNBACH Baumarkt AGkarriere.hornbach.de
A family-owned business in the home improvement industry for over 140 years, with a strong presence in Germany and Europe, offering a wide range of products and services |
3,149 |
| 26 |
KIRCHHOFF Automotivekirchhoff-automotive.com
This company supplies innovative lightweight body solutions for the automotive industry, focusing on safety and crash performance for future vehicles |
2,646 |
| 27 |
Huf Grouphuf-group.com
specialist in secure car access and authorization products, providing innovative solutions for automobile manufacturers worldwide for over 100 years |
2,324 |
| 28 |
FUNKEfunkemedien.de
A major media group in Germany with diverse product offerings and a focus on delivering top-notch journalism through print, digital, and online platforms |
2,300 |
| 29 |
REMONDIS Grupperemondis.de
Privately run company providing recycling, waste management, water services, and renewable energy solutions across multiple countries and industries. |
2,166 |
| 30 | 1,962 | |
| 31 |
HARTING Technology Groupharting.com
A leading global provider of industrial connectivity, offering solutions for various sectors including transportation, electromobility, and renewable energy production |
1,865 |
| 32 | 1,788 | |
| 33 |
bofrost*bofrost.de
A family-owned company with over 55 years of experience in direct sales of frozen food products, focusing on quality, service, and social responsibility |
1,745 |
| 34 |
apetito AGapetito.de
With over 50 years of experience in cooking, apetito specializes in creating modern food solutions for various customer groups in the frozen food industry |
1,647 |
| 35 |
Scheidt & Bachmannscheidt-bachmann.de
Development and provision of innovative system solutions for parking, signalling, fare collection, and energy retail in transport sectors worldwide. |
1,606 |
| 36 | 1,561 | |
| 37 |
Nagel-Groupnagel-group.com
Specialized temperature controlled logistics company providing tailored supply chain solutions, moving fresh food across Europe with certified quality standards. |
1,557 |
| 38 |
Böllhoff Groupboellhoff.com
Provider of innovative, sustainable fastening solutions including screws, special fasteners, assembly systems, testing, and application-related consulting for diverse industries. |
1,479 |
| 39 |
Schmitz Cargobull AGcargobull.com
Design and manufacture of trailers and semi-trailers for commercial transport, providing logistics solutions and vehicle services. |
1,459 |
| 40 |
Beckhoff Automationbeckhoff.com
A global specialist in automation and PC-based control technology, developing innovative products to help customers improve efficiency and sustainability |
1,405 |
| 41 |
Hörmannhoermann.de
Europe's top supplier of front doors and garage doors, with over 20 million garage doors produced and delivered globally since 1935 |
1,386 |
| 42 | 1,315 | |
| 43 |
Thalia Bücher GmbHunternehmen.thalia.de
Family-owned bookseller with 500 stores and strong online presence, offering diverse book formats and expert customer service across Germany, Austria, Switzerland. |
1,255 |
| 44 |
Viega Deutschlandviega.com
A global leader in sanitation and heating installation technology, offering over 17,000 products for various industries worldwide with a focus on quality, efficiency, and innovation |
1,242 |
| 45 |
PRYMprym-group.com
A 500-year-old industrial company with four divisions: sewing accessories, fastening systems, underwear accessories, and technology specialties for various industries worldwide |
1,210 |
| 46 |
Hettich Grouphettich.com
A global manufacturer of furniture fittings founded in 1888, offering sustainable solutions for the industry with a focus on customer needs |
1,206 |
| 47 |
KÖTTER Serviceskoetter.de
A diverse group specializing in security, cleaning, personnel services, and property management with over 90 branches and 50 locations in Germany |
1,145 |
| 48 |
HIMA Grouphima.com
Global leader in safety-related automation solutions for process and railway industries, offering functional safety, automation security, and plant profitability through certified safety systems and services |
1,119 |
| 49 |
Sonepar Deutschland GmbHsonepar.de
Leading electrical wholesale company expanding sustainable energy systems, including photovoltaics and e-mobility, with strong customer and supplier partnerships. |
1,116 |
| 50 |
Trützschler Grouptruetzschler.com
A German textile machinery manufacturer with over 130 years of expertise in fiber and spinning preparation, employing over 3,000 people worldwide |
1,089 |
| 51 |
Coroplast Groupcoroplast-group.com
Global leader in manufacturing technical adhesive tape, cables, wires, and cable harnessing systems for automotive, electronics, construction, and automation industries worldwide |
1,070 |
| 52 |
igus SE & Co. KGigus.eu
manufacturer of energy chain systems and polymer plain bearings, specializing in motion plastics for moving applications worldwide |
1,065 |
| 53 |
SARSTEDT Groupsarstedt.com
Development of high-quality solutions for sample collection, liquid handling, transport, and automation to improve laboratory efficiency and diagnostics. |
1,046 |
| 54 |
MC-Bauchemie Internationalmc-bauchemie.com
A global manufacturer of building chemical products with subsidiaries worldwide, focused on tailored solutions and development of employees Visit their website for open vacancies |
1,034 |
| 55 |
Hengst Filtrationhengst.com
Global leader in innovative filtration solutions for various industries, focusing on mobility, health, technology, environmental protection, and sustainability worldwide |
1,006 |
| 56 |
Fressnapf Deutschlandjobs.fressnapf-maxizoo.com
A leading European provider of pet supplies with over 2,100 stores in 14 countries, offering modern stores, expert advice, competitive prices, and online shopping |
965 |
| 57 |
MERKUR GROUPmerkur.group
Family-run group specializing in electronic gaming devices, casinos, sports betting, and online gaming with diverse career opportunities. |
964 |
| 58 |
bilstein groupbilsteingroup.com
Family-run supplier of over 62,000 precise-fit automotive replacement parts, supporting internal combustion, hybrid, electric vehicle maintenance globally. |
880 |
| 59 |
Ernsting's familycareer.ernstings-family.com
A leading Cross-Channel provider in German textile retail, offering clothing, accessories, home goods, and a family-focused culture with social responsibility |
836 |
| 60 |
Miele Professionalmiele.com
This company is a family-owned manufacturer of high-quality commercial dishwashers, laundry technology, and laboratory/dental equipment, all developed with German engineering precision |
781 |
| 61 |
nobilia-Werke J. Stickling GmbH & Co. KGnobilia.de
Leading manufacturer of built-in kitchens with modern production facilities, exporting over half of products, emphasizing quality and employee commitment. |
768 |
| 62 |
Melitta Groupmelitta-group.com
A company with over 100 years of history inventing household products, driven by dedicated employees, fostering personal development, and promoting work-life balance and sustainability |
754 |
| 63 |
NEUMAN & ESSER (NEA GROUP)neuman-esser.com
Provider of compressor solutions, hydrogen production systems, mechanical process engineering solutions, and 360° service for energy infrastructure and circular economy projects worldwide |
748 |
| 64 |
KRÜGER GROUPkrueger-group.com
A global family-owned company in the food industry, operating in six sectors, focused on creating the highest level of enjoyment through their products |
731 |
| 65 |
Jokey Groupjokey.com
Specializes in plastic injection molding, producing technical plastic parts and bathroom furniture with customer-oriented service across multiple countries. |
729 |
| 66 |
HOPPECKE Batterieshoppecke.com
Development and production of industrial battery systems and energy storage solutions for traction, grid, renewable energy, and rail applications worldwide. |
713 |
| 67 |
OTTO FUCHS KGotto-fuchs.com
A leading international NE-metals company providing high-quality forged and extruded products for aerospace, automotive, construction, and industrial sectors worldwide |
700 |
| 68 |
Westfalen AGwestfalen.com
Provider of technical gases, refrigeration, fuel stations, mobility, and respiratory home therapy with focus on sustainable hydrogen energy solutions. |
690 |
| 69 |
Heitkamp & Thumann Groupht-group.com
A leading global partner for precision formed metal and plastic components, with a focus on efficiency, quality, and innovation |
689 |
| 70 |
Zentis Groupzentis.de
Processing and refining natural fruit and vegetable ingredients, creating customized food solutions for global customers from concept to commercialization. |
679 |
| 71 | 679 | |
| 72 |
Kienbaumkienbaum.com
A leadership advisory and management consulting firm that brings potential to life by matching individuals and companies for a sustainable future |
650 |
| 73 |
FALKE KGaAfalke.com
A family-owned company since 1895, known for manufacturing premium quality clothing and socks with innovative designs and attention to detail |
634 |
| 74 | 633 | |
| 75 |
Schüßler-Planschuessler-plan.de
With over 1000 experts at 22 locations, this leading German engineering company specializes in transportation infrastructure planning, building design, and project management services |
633 |
| 76 |
opta dataoptadata.de
Leading provider of billing, software, and services in healthcare sector, catering to various customers including medical professionals, social organizations, and businesses outside healthcare industry |
632 |
| 77 |
MEDICE - The Health Familymedice.com
The healthcare company develops and produces high-quality medications, specializing in Consumer Healthcare, CNS disorders (ADHD focus), and Nephrology, with a global presence Join their team for career opportunities and benefits |
613 |
| 78 |
dalli-groupdalli-group.com
A sixth-generation family-owned company with over 175 years of history, specializing in high-quality and sustainable FMCG products in Personal Care and Home Care markets |
576 |
| 79 |
TERTIA-Gruppetertia.de
The TERTIA Group has been a trusted partner of the labor administration since 1973, offering a wide range of services for job search and personnel selection |
572 |
| 80 |
BABOR BEAUTY GROUPen.babor-beauty-group.com
A globally recognized cosmetics company with over 65 years of experience, specializing in skincare products developed and produced in Germany |
570 |
| 81 |
GEDORE Groupgedore.com
Manufacturer of premium tools, special tools, and tailor-made solutions for industry and trade, known for quality, innovation, performance, reliability, and excellent service |
563 |
| 82 |
KISTERS Groupkisters.eu
An environmentally-focused IT company specializing in collecting and analyzing data to promote responsible use of natural resources and combat climate change |
535 |
| 83 |
Bischof+Kleinbischof-klein.com
Supplier of flexible plastic and laminate packaging, technical films, sustainable solutions, clean room packaging, and employee development across Europe. |
511 |
| 84 |
TRIMET Aluminium SEtrimet.eu
Development, production, recycling, casting, and sales of aluminium light-metal products for automotive, aerospace, energy, construction, and packaging industries. |
490 |
| 85 |
LEMKENlemken.com
A visionary, sustainable company delivering agricultural solutions globally for over 240 years Specializing in tillage implements, seed drills, and data management |
464 |
| 86 |
HELLWEG Die Profi-Bau- & Gartenmärkte GmbH & Co. KGhellweg.de
A family-owned company with a successful chain of construction and garden markets in Germany and Austria, also operating online shops |
459 |
| 87 |
Dr. Wolff Groupdrwolffgroup.com
family-owned company specializing in scientifically backed healthcare products addressing hair loss, skin disorders, and personal care, operating globally |
437 |
| 88 |
HAVER & BOECKER OHGhaverboecker.com
Established in 1887, this German company specializes in wire weaving and machinery, leading national and international markets with a global presence |
434 |
| 89 |
MENNEKESmennekes.de
Family-owned company manufacturing industrial plugs, connectors, and e-mobility charging solutions, including cables, intelligent charging stations, and software for various sectors globally. |
430 |
| 90 |
Tönnies group of companiestoennies.de
A global family group involved in meat processing, slaughter, and logistics, with divisions focused on pork, beef, convenience products, and more |
404 |
| 91 |
STOCKMEIER Groupstockmeier.com
Family-owned international group with over 50 locations worldwide, specializing in chemicals distribution, production, and services with a wide range of products and customers |
393 |
| 92 |
Pfeifer & Langen GmbH & Co. KGpfeifer-langen.com
A leading European sugar company with over 2,500 employees, focusing on innovation, tradition, and quality since 1870 Emphasizing diversity, growth, and career fulfillment |
377 |
| 93 |
Häcker Küchen GmbH & Co. KGhaecker-kuechen.com
A family-owned business with 125 years of tradition, specializing in high-quality fitted kitchens focused on function, design, and technology |
368 |
| 94 |
BPW Bergische Achsen KGbpw.de
A family-run company developing and producing complete running gear systems for truck trailers worldwide, offering services to increase economic efficiency in transport processes |
368 |
| 95 |
ZWILLING Gruppezwilling.com
A leading provider of high-quality kitchen products with a rich history, global presence, and a strong focus on innovation, employee development, and social responsibility |
358 |
| 96 |
STEINERTsteinertglobal.com
Global leader in providing innovative solutions for material separation in resource recovery and mining sectors, along with manufacturing anodized aluminum coils for electrotechnical applications |
354 |
| 97 |
Walbusch-Gruppewalbusch-gruppe.com
A family-owned group with diverse brands in men's and women's fashion, offering opportunities for passionate, goal-oriented individuals to join their team |
340 |
| 98 |
TEEKANNE Deutschlandteekanne.de
A global family-owned company leading in the tea industry, focusing on tradition, innovation, quality, and sustainability to promote a healthy lifestyle through delicious products |
334 |
| 99 |
SAERTEXsaertex.com
Global leader in manufacturing multiaxial fabrics and core materials for fiber-reinforced composites, serving industries like wind, aerospace, automotive, sports, and boat building |
334 |
| 100 |
KEB Automationkeb-automation.com
Development and manufacturing of industrial PCs, embedded controllers, drive electronics, motors, gearboxes, brakes, and clutches for global industries. |
326 |
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