Amanda Cole
Amanda Cole is Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer of Kennametal Inc. In this position, Amanda is accountable for all human resources globally. In addition, she oversees the company’s internal and external corporate communications function and environmental, health, safety and quality (EHSQ) activities.
Amanda joined Kennametal in July 2026 and has more than 20 years of experience in leading enterprise-wide transformation, cultural evolution and talent strategy. Prior to her current role, she served as Vice President of Human Resources Electrical & Electronic Solutions Business and IT & Digital Functions at Wesco International, Inc.
Previously, she served in various human resources leadership roles at Wesco International, Inc. and has experience in Lean and process improvement, as well as leading training and development. She started her career at Newell Rubbermaid as a Project Manager and Manufacturing Engineer.
Amanda holds a Bachelor of Science degree in industrial engineering from Penn State University and Master of Business Administration from University of Baltimore.