About thenex
Since 1900 the Nientimp family business has grown from a smithy and industrial wholesaler into thenex GmbH — an internationally operating procurement service organisation based in Bocholt, Germany.
What we do
Industry places high demands on everyone responsible for production and procurement. thenex helps them achieve competing targets at the same time:
At the same time, the supplier base for MRO goods has to stay as small as possible to keep administration and management costs down. thenex has met these challenges for more than a century — worldwide.
Our history
1873 – 1939
Founded the company “Theodor Nientimp” in 1900. A master smith and locksmith, he built steam engines and drive systems for the local textile industry, then took on dealerships and started an industrial parts wholesale business.
1912 – 1959
The founder’s son rebuilt the company, completely destroyed in the Second World War, and added building installation, heating and sanitary products at a time of great demand for new housing in the war-damaged town.
1915 – 2010
Took full charge of the business after her husband’s death in 1959 and led “Theodor Nientimp” until 1989, responsible for its considerable growth. The company was closed in 1990.
born 1954
Founded thenex Import-Export GmbH (Theodor Nientimp Export) in 1981 as a wholly owned subsidiary, took over shares in the business in 1984 and the whole company in 1987. Renamed thenex GmbH in 1998.
born 1989
Joined thenex in 2009 and has been Managing Director since 2017, leading all operating business with a focus on sales, marketing and procurement.
born 1991
Joined thenex in 2015 after working in sales for local industry. Responsible for special clients in Asia and Europe and head of administration since 2018.
“It is a huge privilege to step into this heritage of more than 100 years of industrial experience.”
Milestones
The thenex philosophy
To support industrial companies worldwide with reliable, efficient and solution-oriented procurement services. We combine customer focus, cost-efficient sourcing and high-quality products into tailored solutions that strengthen our customers’ success for the long term.
To be recognised worldwide — by customers and suppliers alike — as the preferred partner for the procurement of spare parts, industrial products and services for warehouse, maintenance and engineering projects.
The most important asset of our core business when providing tailored procurement services to our customers.
Since 1900 the thenex family has stood for integrity and trust with employees, customers, suppliers and partners.
Doing business all over the world, we stand for fair and sustainable export services.
We not only meet our customers’ needs efficiently — we help them reach their targets.
Responsibility
As an internationally operating export company, thenex takes responsibility for continuously improving from an ecological and economic point of view.
Streamlined internal processes, a digitalisation strategy and the expansion of electromobility are milestones on the way to acting in line with our CSR principles.
Human rights due diligence in our supply chains is a particular concern. Risk analyses of suppliers and customers, preventive measures and documentation support compliance with the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act.
We invest in the long-term development of our people and put health and safety at work first.
Sustainable growth for generations to come, built on long-term supplier and customer relationships, financial stability and our own infrastructure.
Careers
We are always looking for motivated people who want to be part of an internationally oriented family business.
Thorough training as a merchant in wholesale and foreign trade (Kaufmann/-frau im Groß- und Außenhandel), passing through every department. Projects such as the Junior AG give responsibility early on.
Internships, student jobs and thesis opportunities for bachelor’s and master’s students in sales, marketing, purchasing, accounting and order processing.
A career working with markets from the United States and South America to the Middle East and Africa — with flexible working hours, intercultural teams, responsibility from day one and flat hierarchies.
Send your application with CV to hrm(at)thenex.com
Our sales and procurement team in Bocholt is here for enquiries from all over the world.