Contact Information

  • Neda Ahmadpour
    (713) 501-1890

Description

I recently relocated from Pittsburgh to Houston and am currently seeking opportunities in the Oil and Gas industry. I am particularly interested in roles related to operations, finance, digital transformation, and consulting, where I can leverage my expertise and contribute to impactful projects.

Industry

E&P

Location

Houston, TX

Experience

1) Business Analyst-Transformation Team
Nova Chemicals, USA
Oct 2023 - Present
• Optimized inventory and sales forecasting based on microeconomic and competitor
analyses, contributing to $5 M EBITDA.
• Achieved a 5% YoY revenue increase by enhancing strategic initiatives based on CRM and
CX data. Focused on high value products for domestic alfa clients with lower R&D costs,
and captured initiative values through McKinsey Wave.
• Conducted market analytical studies to refine Nova's product portfolio, captured an
additional $1.8 M in value.
• Implemented optimal customer pricing using McKinsey’s Pricefx platform by performing
market data analysis and regulatory studies, developing pricing strategies based on
historical data.
• Automated the Cash Control Tower for ethylene and polyethylene plants, enabling real
time reporting with customized visuals.
• Assessed the "Decision Making and Risk Analysis Toolkit" for $5 M projects and initiatives,
to present insights and recommendations to the leadership team.

2) Commercial & Technical Support – Project Manager
GEC Management Co., Middle East
Jun 2020 - May 2022
• Led multi-functional experts, ensuring professional communication & collaboration of cross
functional teams, delivering presentations to leadership and decision makers.
• Negotiated with partners, resulting in successful transfer of a $5-6 M business to local partner.

3)Tech Transformation Manager
Mapna Drilling Co., Middle East
Jul 2019 - Jun 2020
• Successfully led IT implementation of ERP modules for operations, aligning project scope
with ASME and API standards, critical for high-pressure tools and operational compliance.
• Evaluated a $50 M national drilling project through detailed feasibility studies, economic
analysis, and risk assessment, providing actionable insights for investment decisions.
• Streamlined project planning, resource management, and financial reporting to improve
efficiency, resulting in a 15% increase in operational control by applying LEAN methods.

4) Account Manager
Well Services (Schlumberger Methods), Middle East
Mar 2013 - Jun 2018
• Managed a $25 M P&L, secured contracts exceeding $10 M annually, and led cross-functional
teams through the full DEE cycle (Design, Execution, and Evaluation), ensuring alignment with
ASME and API standards for offshore operations.
• Delivered technical and commercial presentations to clients and senior management,
showcasing strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Performed troubleshooting for clients in offshore operations by introducing new technologies
to cure losses while drilling – created recurring revenue of $500 K and received appreciation
letter.
• Managed P&L of $25 M & sustainable growth in dynamic & complex market situation.
• Managed customer loyalty program of $5 M for SLB solo deep-water client, created &
executed options for the exit without losing revenue.

5) Well Services Technical Engineer
Schlumberger, Middle East
Apr 2012 - Mar 2013
• Onboarded and mentored new commers to prepare for SLB training center.
• Appointed single contact point for solo deep-water cementing project in the region.
• Received 2012 HSE reward for professional Risk Identifications Reporting.

6) Well Services Field Engineer
Schlumberger Algeria, Africa
Sep 2008 - Jan 2011
• Led high-profile, high-visibility cementing projects in land operations, by executing new
technologies from Schlumberger research center & providing cost control solutions for our
main clients- BP, Eni & Anadarko Petroleum.
• Planned, prepared, and executed projects with an average value of $5 M annually.
• Managed a multi-disciplinary group of 5 to 15 people for flawless operation with
zero HSE incident, received recognition letter from major client, Eni, for
excellence in execution and communication.

Awards and Certifications

Client Recognition letters
Product Management
SLB Technical School
SLB Operational School
Leadership & People Management - Management of European Center (MEC)

Skills

Sales, Project Management, P&L, Oil Field Services, People Management and Leadership, Product Management, ERP, CAD Software, Jira, Microsoft Azure

Education

MIT- Micro Master in Finance (2025)
IE Business School, MBA (2022)
Sharif University of Technology, Chemical Engineer BS (2007)