SHANGHAI, Dec. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Schaeffler Greater China was honored as "China Top Employer 2016" -- one of the most prestigious awards in the field of human resources, demonstrating the extraordinary performance of Schaeffler Greater China in the development and management of human resources.
Dr. Zhang Yilin, CEO of Schaeffler Greater China and Liu Min, Senior Vice President Human Resources attended the award ceremony in Shanghai on December 9. Ms. Liu Min, who led the company in the contest for the award, received the trophy and the certificate from the CEO of Top Employers Institute on behalf of Schaeffler Greater China: "We are privileged to have received this award, especially as this is our first time to compete for the 'China Top Employer'", she said. "Actually, it is a result of our strength and efforts as an organization."
"Great talents create great enterprises and great enterprises develop great talents. Schaeffler has always placed high value on its talents, as its most precious assets. Apart from providing a competitive income and an attractive working space, Schaeffler also fully cultivates employees' potential and provides them with ample room for growth, challenging responsibilities, and space for further professional achievements", said Liu Min.
In addition to "China Top Employer", Schaeffler Greater China has also been awarded "Best Employer of the Year" by Zhaopin.com for the 5th consecutive year, "100 Best HRM Companies" by 51job.com and "Best Human Resources Management Companies" Award of 2015.
Headquartered in the Netherlands, Top Employers Institute is a global organization specialized in assessing human resources and evaluating candidates from all around the world, as well as Greater China. The assessment process is conducted by third-party auditors. Many renowned companies have been granted the award and consider it as an additional value in attracting and developing talents.
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Schaeffler Group in China, since the company was established here in 1995. Today, Schaeffler has become one of the most well-known providers of products and systems in China's automotive and industrial market. With about 11,000 employees, Schaeffler Greater China has established a network of manufacturing, R&D, sales and aftermarket, and provides innovative automotive powertrains as well as industrial bearings and solutions that contribute to the development of China's economy and manufacturing industry.
About Schaeffler
The Schaeffler Group is a leading global integrated automotive and industrial supplier. The company stands for the highest quality, outstanding technology, and strong innovative ability. The Schaeffler Group makes a key contribution to "Mobility for tomorrow" with high-precision components and systems in engine, transmission, and chassis applications as well as rolling and plain bearing solutions for a large number of industrial applications. The technology company generated sales of approximately EUR 12.1 billion in 2014. With around 84,000 employees, Schaeffler is one of the world's largest family companies and, with approximately 170 locations in 50 countries, has a worldwide network of manufacturing locations, research and development facilities, and sales companies.
About Schaeffler Greater China
Since its investment in China in 1995, Schaeffler Greater China has established a comprehensive customer service system and built up competitive advantages in manufacturing, sales, R&D, aftermarket and technical support. Schaeffler's products are widely used in China's automotive industry and industrial market, contributing added value to customers. Currently, Schaeffler Greater China has over 10,000 employees; one R&D center in Anting, seven plants in Taicang, Suzhou, Yinchuan and Nanjing; and twenty sales offices nationwide including in Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong and Taiwan.
Upholding the strategy of "in the region, for the region", Schaeffler Greater China is committed to providing products at the best quality and zero distance services to customers, and contributing to the sustainable development of the Group and society. Website of Schaeffler Greater China: www.schaeffler.cn
