Rene Visser is an experienced supply chain and procurement transformation leader with over 25 years of experience in complex industrial environments. She focuses on sustainable procurement, supplier capability development, and operating model transformation, with an emphasis on integrating ESG principles into supply chain strategies.
Currently a Senior Manager at Sasol, Rene leads supply chain sustainability programmes and procurement transformation initiatives, including supplier ESG integration and the digital enablement of sourcing and analytics capabilities. Her digital work included leading teams responsible for data architecture, data analytics, and process intelligence.
Her work spans the design of supply chain frameworks, supplier ESG maturity programmes, and enterprise-wide transformation initiatives that translate strategy into measurable outcomes. She has led programmes in compliance, supplier engagement, and governance, using analytics-led insight and executive alignment to support more sustainable and resilient supply chains.
Rene is an active contributor to industry thought leadership through conference participation and the facilitation of executive forums on sustainable procurement and supply chain transformation. She is also committed to developing young talent through active mentorship of young industrial engineers and is passionate about advancing gender equality and women’s participation in the workplace.
