Thomani Lekhade

Thomani Lekhade is a seasoned procurement and sourcing professional with extensive experience in strategic sourcing and commodity management across various industries. Currently serving as Senior Manager: Strategic Sourcing at Airports Company South Africa since May 2011, Thomani oversees a national budget of R2 billion, achieving significant savings in infrastructure development projects. Previous roles include Senior Procurement Manager International at Telkom, where Thomani managed substantial budgets across multiple commodities, and Group Senior Sourcing Manager at Absa, responsible for IT sourcing. Additional experience includes leadership roles at Vodacom, Telkom, and Eskom, with responsibilities encompassing contract management and procurement processes. Thomani holds an MBA from the University of KwaZulu-Natal and various other qualifications in business management and supply chain management.