Duncan Macpherson
About Duncan Macpherson
Duncan Macpherson is a Global Category Manager at Delivery Hero in Berlin, Germany, with a diverse background in sourcing and procurement roles across various industries.
Current Role at Delivery Hero
Duncan Macpherson is currently employed as Global Category Manager at Delivery Hero, based in the Berlin Area, Germany. In this role, he has contributed significantly to the department's growth. He played a crucial role in building new processes and was actively involved in interviewing over 30 candidates to expand the team. Additionally, he participated in a study for the Harvard Business Review during his tenure.
Previous Experience at Lloyds Banking Group
Duncan Macpherson has amassed extensive experience at Lloyds Banking Group, holding multiple roles over several years. From 2017 to 2018, he served as Sourcing Manager - Legal (Professional Services). Subsequently, he worked as Sourcing Manager - Business Process Outsourcing from 2018 to 2019. In 2019, he took on the role of Sourcing Manager, Special Projects for two months. He has also held positions such as Assistant Sourcing Manager and participated in a HR Sourcing Placement in 2013.
Educational Background
Duncan Macpherson has a strong educational foundation. He holds a BSc (Hons) in Business and Entrepreneurship from Canterbury Christ Church University, graduated with First Class Honours in 2012. He also earned an MSc in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management with Distinction from The Robert Gordon University in 2013. Furthering his education, he completed the Edx XSeries Program in Future Cities at ETH Zurich from 2018 to 2019.
Negotiation and Strategic Projects
Duncan Macpherson has significant experience in negotiation and managing strategic projects. He has successfully agreed on new Master Service Agreements (MSAs) with major firms like PwC, EY, Deloitte, and Accenture, securing favorable commercial terms. He has managed projects worth up to £170m, working to connect cross-departmental stakeholders and suppliers. His efforts in negotiating commercial and contractual terms have been reported by BBC News and Financial Times.
Interests in Technology and Sustainability
Duncan Macpherson has a keen interest in next-generation infrastructure and sustainable technologies. His interests encompass transforming cities, sustainable farming, lab-grown meat, 3D printing, fintech, cybersecurity, foreign policy, and automation/robotics. These diverse interests align with his professional work and contributions, reflecting a forward-thinking approach toward emerging technologies and sustainable practices.