Sonia Sciampagna
About Sonia Sciampagna
Sonia Sciampagna is a Human Resources Specialist at Kennametal in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, with over five years of experience in the role. She has a diverse background in human resources, project management, and finance, having worked in various countries and industries, including automotive and non-profit sectors.
Work at Kennametal
Sonia Sciampagna has been employed at Kennametal since 2019, serving as a Human Resources Specialist. In this role, she manages the HR life cycle for a production location in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. Her responsibilities include ensuring efficient operations and employee satisfaction. She has contributed to various HR initiatives during her tenure, leveraging her extensive background in human resources and project management.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining Kennametal, Sonia Sciampagna held several positions in human resources and management. She worked at Médicos Sin Fronteras (MSF) as a Financial and Human Resources Coordinator from 2013 to 2015 and later as a Roll Out Manager of the Human Resources System from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, she served as the Head of After Sales Training Export Markets at Seat, S.A. from 2009 to 2013, where she led projects to enhance HR processes.
Education and Expertise
Sonia holds a Master of Business Administration from Esade, where she studied Business Administration and Management from 2019 to 2021. She also studied Marketing and Business at Fachhochschule Osnabrück from 2004 to 2008. Her educational background supports her expertise in human resources, project management, and international payroll systems, particularly for the German and Swiss markets.
International Work Experience
Sonia Sciampagna has gained diverse international experience throughout her career. She interned at Volkswagen De Mexico in 2006 and at Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles UK from 2007 to 2008. Additionally, she worked in various roles in Spain, including as Financial Manager at the Barcelona Institute for Global Health from 2017 to 2018. Her experience demonstrates her ability to manage projects across different cultures and regions.
Project Management and Leadership Skills
Sonia has demonstrated strong project management and leadership skills in her roles. She led a modernization and simplification project for the Nabburg location, focusing on improving HR processes. Her ability to manage diverse teams across Europe and Africa highlights her intercultural leadership capabilities, making her a valuable asset in any international setting.