Patricio Schmitt
About Patricio Schmitt
Patricio Schmitt is the HR Operations Director for Latin America at SC Johnson, with extensive experience in HR roles across various industries in Argentina.
Current Title and Responsibilities
Patricio Schmitt currently serves as the HR Operations Director for Latin America at SC Johnson. Based in Provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina, he oversees HR operations across the region, ensuring compliance with local regulations and alignment with global HR strategies.
Previous Roles at GSK
Patricio Schmitt held several key HR positions at GSK from 2010 to 2021. Starting as a Human Resources Manager, he progressed to become the Regional Human Resources Director. Over his tenure, he played a pivotal role in managing HR operations during significant organizational changes, focusing on implementing effective HR strategies and driving regional HR excellence.
Career Path at Petrobras Energia
Before his tenure at GSK, Patricio Schmitt worked at Petrobras Energia from 2001 to 2010. He started as an R&S Semi-Sr Analyst and advanced through various roles, including Head of Human Resources and Human Resources Manager. His responsibilities included HR planning and strategic initiatives pivotal to the company’s operations.
Educational Background
Patricio Schmitt holds an MBA in Business Administration from Universidad Austral, Buenos Aires, completed in 2007. He also completed a Posgraduate Course on HR Strategic Planning at IDEA. Additionally, he has a degree in Psychology from Universidad de Belgrano and underwent training in psychological assessment techniques at Asociación Argentina de Psicodiagnóstico de Rorschach.
Expertise and Skills
Patricio Schmitt has a comprehensive understanding of HR challenges both locally and regionally in Latin America. His expertise spans strategic HR planning, psychological assessment, and managing HR projects on time and within budget. Known for fostering a trusting environment, he excels in translating business strategies into actionable HR plans, driving team performance and organizational success.