Tsholofelo Tsholofelo

is a seasoned executive with extensive experience leading Procurement & Supply Chain functions across multiple industries and regions, including Africa, the Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Europe. As a certified Supply Chain Solutions Architect, Tsholofelo has deep expertise in the interface between business and technology – especially in the areas of process and cost optimization, digitization and automation, predictive analytics, procurement regulatory compliance, and integrating ethics and sustainability into supply chain activities.

Currently based in Johannesburg as the Head of Procurement at Impala Terminals / Puma Energy for the AMEAP region, Tsholofelo oversees the strategic procurement initiatives, ensuring the efficient and sustainable management of supply chain operations. Tsholofelo's leadership has been instrumental in driving innovation, enhancing operational efficiencies, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.

In addition to professional accomplishments, Tsholofelo is an active contributor to the industry, frequently speaking at conferences and webinars on topics such as supply chain competence, ethical procurement practices, and the future of procurement in the digital age. Tsholofelo also shares insights and expertise through writing for prominent publications like The Economist. Through his private consulting firm, Procura Insights ®, Tsholofelo leads a team of innovative and disruptive thinkers who aim to enhance the efficiency and competitiveness of the African procurement and supply chain landscape through technology and innovation.