SAPHIR Germany
Talent and Career ExpertsAbout Us
This is who we are
Recruitment consulting and career coaching for young professionals!
SAPHIR Germany is the recruitment consulting firm within the Steinbeis Foundation and the exclusive partner of SIBE, the School of International Business and Entrepreneurship.
SAPHIR advises and supports applicants in their search for exciting opportunities and career paths.
SAPHIR advises and supportscompaniesofall sizes in the recruitment and selection of potential candidates as well as in retaining existing employees.
SAPHIR stands for reliablepartnershipsandexcitingcareer opportunities!
SAPHIR specializes in recruiting college graduates and young professionals from all fields with up to five years of professional experience. Our consulting services focus on the perfect “match” between companies and candidates.
The goal of SAPHIR’s daily work is to ensure the success of itscorporate clientsandto actively support the career developmentofits applicants.
Recruiters you can trust
Our team consists of experienced and young recruiters and HR consultants.
We understand the needs and requirements of our work, as well as the challenges and expectations that our clients—both companies and job seekers—face on a daily basis.
We’re happy to meet them. With passion.
Applications 2023
% Placement rate for 2023
Perfect Matches 2023
Interested?
Contact us with any questions you may have about recruiting.
20
years of experience in placing young professionals in management positions
Our approach as a team
Our values
Open and transparent communication
The freedom to organize your workday as you see fit
Passion - We love what we do
The people behind our success
The SAPHIR team
We have a very open and transparent corporate culture and communication. At Saphir, you’re not just part of a team—you’re a member of the family. Team spirit is very important to us.
We support the individual and sustainable development and advancement of our employees. Every voice matters.
We don’t believe in fixed working hours; instead, we rely on a trust-based approach to working hours and strive to give our employees a great deal of freedom.
We're fast. We react. We're constantly evolving to meet the long-term needs of the market
Alice Wolf
Director of Talent Management – Candidate Journey
My profile
I am responsible for:
Talent management, and I also lead the Candidate Journey team and division.
I am with SAPHIR:
Since 2011
Others see me at the office as:
Cheerful, organized, and a natural at multitasking
Outside the office, you’ll often find me:
With my family, out in nature, on vacation, or enjoying good food (or ideally all of the above😉)
Anja Tamm
Senior Consultant, Talent Management – Recruitment
My profile
I am responsible for:
Talent management and am part of the recruitment team; I am also responsible for our applicant management software.
I am with SAPHIR:
Since 2017
Others see me at the office as:
Tech guru, candy lover, sarcastic
Outside the office, you’ll often find me:
In the mountains, with the scouts, or playing volleyball
I work part-time, so my working hours are:
Tuesdays only in the morning and all day from Wednesday through Friday
Antonia Thumm
Director of Talent Management – Recruitment
My profile
I am responsible for:
Talent management, and I also lead the recruitment team and department.
I am with SAPHIR:
Since 2015
Others see me at the office as:
A multitasking and organized person with a keen sense of style
Outside the office, you’ll often find me:
Cycling, jogging, hiking, or at the lake
I work part-time, so my working hours are:
Every morning, and also on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons
Britta Tichenor
Applicant management
My profile
I am responsible for:
Applicant and prospect management, and as such, I am usually the first point of contact for all applicants.
I am with SAPHIR:
Since 2007
Others see me at the office as:
Remote artist, travel enthusiast, plant lover
Outside the office, you’ll often find me:
Traveling or in the garden
Bruno Gross
Chief Executive Officer
My profile
I am responsible for:
The management board and ensuring that everyone can work effectively and enjoy themselves.
I am with SAPHIR:
Since 2017
Others see me at the office as:
Office dad, entertainer, storyteller
Outside the office, you’ll often find me:
Walking my dog in the fields
Emel Tahtali
Working Student Talent Management – Recruitment
My profile
I am responsible for:
Supporting applicant management and actively searching for bachelor’s degree graduates through various recruitment and social media channels. Having a lunch break together is very important to us, so I’ve also taken on the role of food supervisor in the office to ensure that our shared lunch break is relaxing for everyone 😊.
I am with SAPHIR:
Since 2021
Others see me at the office as:
Fashion-conscious, organized, food enthusiast
Outside of work, you’ll often find me:
At university, since I’m actually studying full-time to become a teacher. In my free time, I like to hang out with friends or go to the gym to unwind.
Isabella Kraus-Grygo
Director of Business Development and Operating Processes
My profile
I am responsible for:
The area of Business Development. This means that I am involved in the operational and strategic development of SAPHIR. I am particularly passionate about sales and direct customer contact.
I am with SAPHIR:
Since 2014
Others see me at the office as:
Sarcastic, office gossip, storyteller
Outside the office, you’ll often find me:
On the road! In search of the big—but also the small—adventures in everyday life.
Jessica Philipp
Talent Management Consultant – HR Marketing
My profile
I am responsible for:
Talent management and B2C marketing; I also manage our social media channels, such as Instagram and TikTok.
I am with SAPHIR:
Since 2022
Others see me at the office as:
Early bird, creative thinker, fitness enthusiast
Outside the office, you’ll often find me:
At the gym, with friends and family, or in Ireland
Karin Ehret
Senior Administrative Specialist
My profile
I am responsible for:
Administrative tasks and assisting Bruno with various matters. I also make sure everyone in the office is doing well 😊
I am with SAPHIR:
Since 2018
Others see me at the office as:
Office mom, happy person, office reporter
Outside the office, you’ll often find me:
In the mountains, on my bike, or somewhere in the world
Luca Runck
Talent Management Consultant –
HR Marketing
My profile
I am responsible for:
Talent management and B2B marketing; I also handle the design and content of our website.
I am with SAPHIR:
Since 2021
Others see me at the office as:
Remote artist, tech guru, creative thinker
Outside the office, you’ll often find me:
At the gym, with friends, in the car, or at the beach
Mario Schiocchet
Director of Talent Management –
HR Marketing
My profile
I am responsible for:
Talent management, and I also lead the HR Marketing department and team.
I am with SAPHIR:
Since 2015
Others see me at the office as:
A candy lover, an adrenaline junkie, an entertainer
Outside the office, you’ll often find me:
At concerts, in the mountains, on my motorcycle, and on various bicycles
Melissa Manning
Talent Management Consultant – Recruitment
My profile
I am responsible for:
Talent management and the development and implementation of an active sourcing strategy at SAPHIR.
I am with SAPHIR:
Since 2023
Others see me at the office as:
Fashion-conscious, caffeine addict, master commuter
Outside the office, you’ll often find me:
Most likely with my two horses
Rebecca Rodriguez
Business Development & Recruitment Specialist
My profile
I am responsible for:
The Direct Search division, which handles our direct placement positions.
I am with SAPHIR:
Since 2023
Others see me at the office as:
Remote artist, multitasking talent, extrovert
Outside the office, you’ll often find me:
At the Christmas market in winter, and otherwise often out walking with my son, husband, and dog.
I work part-time, so my working hours are:
Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Saskia Rohde
Senior Consultant, Talent Management – Candidate Journey
My profile
I am responsible for:
Talent management and applicant and prospect management; I also assist with accounting.
I am with SAPHIR:
Since 2013
Others see me at work as:
A solution-oriented, creative thinker with organizational skills
Outside the office, you’ll often find me:
Preferably by the sea, out and about with family and friends, or in the kitchen trying out new recipes.
I work part-time, so my working hours are:
Every day from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Vanessa Merk
Talent Management Consultant – Candidate Journey
My profile
I am responsible for:
Talent management and the continuous optimization of our candidate journey, so I’m always happy to receive feedback on your experience as part of our application and selection process
I am with SAPHIR:
Since 2021
Others see me at the office as:
Organizational skills, sarcastic, and a travel lover
Outside the office, you’ll often find me:
At concerts, traveling, or watching Formula 1
Would you like to join our team? Would you like to help us drive the future of recruiting? If so, please send us your application.
