Fernando Fernandes

Fernando FERNANDES is an experienced Purchasing Director currently serving at Groupe Brandt since 2020, specializing in the design, manufacturing, and marketing of major home appliances for brands including De Dietrich, Brandt, Sauter, and Vedette. Previously, Fernando held the position of Purchasing Director at Capgemini Engineering, overseeing a comprehensive purchasing scope for a new battery electric vehicle project. With extensive experience at Faurecia from 2004 to 2017, Fernando progressed through various roles, achieving significant cost savings and managing teams across multiple sites. Early career positions include Commodity and Program Buyer roles at Valeo and Caterpillar, involving procurement across major automotive projects. Fernando has a robust educational background with degrees from ESSEC Business School, EIPM, and other institutions, alongside military service as a mechanical instructor for future Airforce pilots.