Neda Ahmadpour
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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.
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.
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)