ORTLIEB Sportartikel GmbH

ORTLIEB Sportartikel GmbH was founded in 1982 in Nuremberg and has today its headquarters in the Middle Franconian town of Heilsbronn in Germany. Today, the company has more than 200 employees, and the collection has grown to include over 500 individual products. All waterproof products are produced with high frequency welding methods at the German headquarters in Heilsbronn and are thus "Made in Germany"​. Furthermore they are backed by a 5 year warranty against defects in material and manufacturing. ORTLIEB products are characterized by tightly sealed closure systems such as roll closures, waterproof zippers, velcro, or sliding seal closures. Numerous design features are patented and set new standards in the bike an outdoor market, and are on an average monthly awarded with top marks by independent juries, trade press or design agencies. Within Germany, ORTLIEB supplies via its own distribution system directly to specialized retailers in the bike, outdoor, trekking, expedition and water sport markets. From the Heilsbronn production site in Germany, ORTLIEB ships worldwide to longterm distributors in more than 30 countries. We own a subsidiary in the United States. Sustainability plays a key role in daily life of work and production. ORTLIEB is an active member of various interest organizations and working groups. Since 2008 the company is a member of the EOCA (European Outdoor Conservation Association). This initiative collects finances and invests in projects protecting environment and nature all over the world. Get more information at www.ortlieb.com We are proud of a human resources culture that is characterized by honesty, mutual respect and flat hierarchies. We encourage self-reliant and responsible approaches to job performance. We co-operate hand in hand under one roof. Our partnerships are characterized by a fair, honest and respectful way that allows quick decisions. We communicate openly and treat different opinions in a constructive manner.