Duncan Macpherson
About Duncan Macpherson
Duncan Macpherson is the Senior Global Category Manager for Professional Services & Cyber Security at Delivery Hero in Berlin, Germany, with extensive experience in sourcing and supply chain management.
Title
Duncan Macpherson is the Senior Global Category Manager for Professional Services & Cyber Security at Delivery Hero. Based in Berlin, Germany, he manages categories related to professional services and cyber security, playing a crucial role in the company's operations.
Company
Delivery Hero is where Duncan Macpherson currently applies his expertise as the Senior Global Category Manager: Professional Services & Cyber Security. Delivery Hero is recognized as the leading food delivery and quick commerce company across Asia (excluding China), MENA, and South America (excluding Brazil).
Education and Expertise
Duncan Macpherson achieved a BSc (Hons) in Business and Entrepreneurship from Canterbury Christ Church University in 2012, followed by an MSc in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management from Robert Gordon University in 2013. Additionally, he has studied at MIT Sloan School of Management, completing the course on Internet of Things: Business Implications and Opportunities. His academic background equips him with a robust foundation in business, supply chain management, and emerging technologies.
Background
Duncan Macpherson has a diverse career history. He worked at Lloyds Banking Group in various roles from 2013 to 2019, including Sourcing Manager positions focusing on Legal (Professional Services), Business Process Outsourcing, and Special Projects. He also served as a Co-Host at Baller Dinner Foundation for four years. Earlier in his career, he held placements at Sky, Suffolk County Council, and Sainsbury's. His varied roles have equipped him with experience across sourcing, project management, and strategic negotiations.
Achievements
While at Lloyds Banking Group, Duncan Macpherson successfully delivered projects valued up to £170m. He has influenced c-suite executives with strategic presentations and negotiated commercial and contractual terms on high-stakes projects reported by major news outlets such as BBC News and Financial Times. His capabilities extend to managing extensive international operations with Delivery Hero, fortifying his substantial expertise in professional services and cyber security.