Deborah has more than 30 years’ experience working in the oil and gas industry, delivering senior roles across the Middle East, Asia-Pacific, Africa and the UK.
In her new role, Deborah will have executive responsibility for managing a bespoke supplier information system on behalf of one of the world’s biggest oil and gas companies.
She will also be responsible for helping to drive new business development globally within the oil and gas sector.
Richard Collins, Global Sales Director for Achilles, said: “Achilles reduces the risk, time and cost associated with procurement on behalf of some of the world’s biggest oil and gas companies and we are delighted to appoint Deborah – a global expert – to help us expand business in this key industry.
“Deborah’s significant experience and passion for the oil and gas industry are completely aligned to our ambitious growth plans.”
Deborah added: “It’s a really exciting time to join Achilles, and I am looking forward to sharing my experience and relationships to help support the rapid global growth of the business.”
Throughout her career, Deborah has held a number of senior positions in management as well as operations in upstream and downstream business functions. Her previous roles have included Global Account Manager in the oil and gas sector at EMC – a provider of enterprise information solutions; Global Account Director at AspenTech – which provides software and services for process industries; Vice President of Global Accounts at IHS Energy – which offers solutions in oil and gas asset management; Business Development Manager for Veritas DGC, a geophysical company; and global roles with Landmark/Halliburton, a provider of E&P solutions and services.
This means she has a strong track record of delivering large scale projects overseeing and implementing IT business transformation solutions and optimising operational performance.