Eva Knoll
About Eva Knoll
Eva Knoll serves as the Senior Manager of Human Resources for Commercials EMEA at Kennametal, a position she has held since 2022. With extensive experience in HR and project management across various companies, she has developed a strong background in international business and human resources.
Work at Kennametal
Eva Knoll has been serving as the Senior Manager Human Resources Commercials EMEA at Kennametal since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing human resources functions within the commercial sector across the EMEA region. Her position involves strategic planning and implementation of HR initiatives to support the company's goals.
Education and Expertise
Eva Knoll holds a Master of Arts (M.A.) in International Business Development from ESB Business School, Reutlingen University, which she completed from 2013 to 2015. She also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Human Resources Management from Pforzheim University between 2009 and 2013. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in business and human resources management.
Professional Background
Eva Knoll has a diverse professional background in human resources and management. Prior to her current role at Kennametal, she worked at KION Group as Senior Manager HR Development for one year and held various positions at Linde Material Handling, including International Key Account Manager and HR Business Partner. Additionally, she has experience at Sandvik in roles related to talent and development.
Internships and Early Career
Eva began her career with internships in human resources management, including positions at Deutsche Rentenversicherung Baden-Württemberg and Walter AG (Walter Tools). She also worked as an Au Pair in New York City, which provided her with international exposure and experience in a different cultural setting.
Current Projects and Roles
In addition to her role at Kennametal, Eva Knoll is involved in multiple projects. She has been working on international sourcing at SAP since 2014 and conducting international market research at Automotive Lighting. Furthermore, she continues her involvement in HR management at Walter AG and Sandvik, contributing to various initiatives in these organizations.