Zelda Pretorius-Kovacs

Zelda Pretorius-Kovacs is an accomplished procurement and supply chain professional with extensive experience across various industries. Currently serving as the General Manager for Procurement and Supply Chain at Urban Utilities since August 2023, Zelda has held leadership roles in prominent organizations, including Head of Procurement and Supply at Pacific National and Chief Procurement Officer at Sydney Trains. Previous positions include key roles at Woolworths Limited and John Lewis Partnership, where expertise in category management and program delivery was developed. Zelda's early career included significant roles at TK Maxx and Unipart Group, showcasing a strong foundation in procurement and supply chain consulting, along with a strategic leadership position at McLaren Racing. With a Master’s degree in Purchasing, Procurement, and Supply Chain Management from the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply, along with a Bachelor of Commerce in International Business from the University of KwaZulu-Natal, Zelda brings a wealth of knowledge and skills to the field.