Willian Cherse Granado

Purchasing Segment Leader at Volvo Group

Gothenburg, Västra Götaland County, Sweden

About

Purchasing Leader with 15+ years of global experience in the automotive industry, leading strategic sourcing across electromobility, electronics, and powertrain domains. Currently Global Purchasing Segment Leader within Volvo Group, with responsibility for one of the largest spend areas in Emob, including team leadership, global strategy definition, and supplier ecosystem performance. Solid experience in leading cross-functional teams, managing crisis situations, and driving transformation across global supply networks, with strong focus on QDCF-TSR performance. Recognized for building high-performing multicultural teams, influencing senior stakeholders, and contributing to organizational development. Engineering background combined with strong business acumen and a passion for people development, collaboration, and sustainable value creation.

Experience

  • Volvo Group (On-site)
    • Purchasing Segment Leader
      Feb 2026 - Present · 5 mos

      Managed the global purchasing strategy for the MDS - Motor Drive System segment (Electric Motors, Inverters and mech ePTO). • Led global buyers network in the segment connecting regions and BA/BUs. • Participated in the global strategic line network for the segment. • Served as first-step escalation point for the buyers on all segment-related topics. • Acted as Deputy Purchasing Manager during manager absences. • Supported the manager in recruitment processes and mentoring team members. • Represented the Emob Purchasing team within MDS network.

    • Purchasing Segment Leader
      Nov 2024 - Feb 2026 · 1 yr 4 mos

      • Managed the global purchasing strategy for the HV Safety Components segment. • Led global buyers network in the segment connecting regions and BA/BUs. • Participated in the global strategic line network for the segment. • Served as first-step escalation point for the buyers on all segment-related topics. • Acted as Deputy Purchasing Manager for C&PM team during manager absences. • Supported the manager in recruitment processes and mentoring team members. • Represented the Emob Purchasing team within the ECU ecosystem.

    • Senior Buyer
      Apr 2024 - Nov 2024 · 8 mos

      • Managed end-to-end purchasing activities for Junction Boxes scope. • Led cross-functional taskforces for two major negotiations within the department. • Led workstream for Supply Network & Resiliency improvement within the department.

  • Buyer at Groupe PSA
    Jan 2016 - Aug 2019 · 3 yrs 8 mos

    • Managed end-to-end purchasing activities for Chassis and Powertrain components.

  • Exchange Program Student at Intercâmbio
    Jan 2014 - Dec 2014 · 1 yr

    • Experienced 1 year of study+work exchange program in Dublin, Ireland.

  • Purchasing Intern at Groupe PSA
    Dec 2010 - Sep 2012 · 1 yr 10 mos

    • Provided support to the Project Purchasing team across a range of procurement-related activities.