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)