Open Minds, Different Perspectives: Embracing Diversity for Collaborative Success

From Local Roots to Global Reach: Becoming More International

With our origins in the heart of Europe and the largest growth markets abroad, we are a true global player - and we have become more international in recent years. Today, some 14,600 people from 113 nations team up to find creative ways that make our customers' lives easier and our vision a reality: Better health for more people.

14,600 people from 113 nations work at Sartorius.

Generational Synergy: Blending Experience and Fresh Perspectives

The mix of longtime employees and new joiners provides Sartorius with a healthy combination of people who know which way the wind is blowing and those who bring in a fresh breeze. Across the company, 55% of our team members have been on board for five years or less, and a dedicated 15% have been with us for a journey spanning more than 15 years.

With 54% of our staff being younger that 40, young talent as well as experienced professionals shape our workforce. Four generations – “Boomers”, Gen X,Y & Z – work side by side to create innovative solutions for our customers. There is a collaborative environment that allows for a dynamic exchange of thoughts and approaches. Our young colleagues with new ideas value the experience and knowledge of our seasoned employees. In turn, our longstanding employees welcome the fresh perspectives and insights of their newer colleagues.

Progressing Gender Parity: Women in Diverse Roles at All Company Levels

About 39% of Sartorius employees are women. In some regions, the proportion of female employees is particularly high: In China, 47% are women, and in France, the percentage is even slightly higher at 49%.

In 2023, Alexandra Gatzemeyer was appointed to the Executive Board at Sartorius. 31% of people in leadership positions both directly below the Board level and on the second management level at Sartorius are female.*

With these numbers, the company is well on its way to meeting its target of having one-third women at the two management levels below the Executive Board by the end of 2025.

With the Sartorius Business Women's Association, hundreds of female employees have created an internal network in which all ambitious women within the Group can come together, share their experiences and help each other grow. In addition, Sartorius has been a corporate partner of the non-profit organization Healthcare Businesswomen Association since 2021 and offers employees access to the organization’s network.

31% of people in leadership positions below the Board level and on the second management level are female.*

_{* Due to the relatively small number of managers at the first level, even individual personnel changes can lead to sizable swings in this percentage.}

Catalyzing Career Growth: The Power of a Dynamic Environment

Sartorius focuses on dynamic markets that will continue to grow for decades. This creates opportunities for those who seize them. We entrust our people with responsibility and, in return, we expect them to have the courage to make bold decisions and take risks in order to move forward. Depending on personal goals and changing priorities in life, our people can develop their careers in a variety of ways.

Shaping an Inclusive and Diverse Culture: Sartorius’ Employee Networks

Sartorius’ commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace is also demonstrated through a number of employee-led initiatives and groups.

In the U.S., a committee promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging through a range of initiatives, including community outreach, partnerships, events, and training, aimed at supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds and identities, including but not limited to LGBTQ+, women, veterans, people with disabilities and people with neurodiverse conditions. To date, more than 800 employees have completed Emtrain's Unconscious Bias Awareness training, a program designed to increase employees' awareness of bias and equip them with skills to promote inclusion in the workplace.

Another example is the LGBT+ Friends Alliance. The employee group works to increase the visibility of LGBTQIA+ individuals at Sartorius through virtual events and inclusive "rainbow lunches," creating a safe space for sharing experiences.

By establishing the LGBT+Friends Alliance employee resource group, we've committed ourselves to promoting equality for Gay, Bisexual, Transgender queer and intersexual people. Sartorius supports the work of the Alliance to increase the sense of belonging and acceptance of employees and allies who identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Marie Brandt, Founder of LGBT+Friends Alliance

In addition to these initiatives, we understand that creating a diverse and inclusive environment requires collective effort and cannot be achieved by one group or organization alone. That is why Sartorius partners with organizations such as the non-profit LGBT Network, the German Diversity Charter, and myAbility, a job portal for people with disabilities, to further promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace and beyond. Together, we aim to address barriers and promote equitable opportunities for all.