Account Manager - Saybolt

Core Laboratories is the Reservoir Optimization Company™

Core Laboratories Inc. is a leading provider of proprietary and patented reservoir description and production enhancement services and products used to optimize petroleum reservoir performance. The Company has over 70 offices in more than 50 countries and is located in every major oil-producing province in the world. We are well-positioned to serve the growing needs of the energy transition while continuing to fulfill the demand for reliable and affordable energy sources like crude oil and natural gas. Our services, products, expertise, and innovations will continue to be essential as our clients meet the growing demand for energy globally. For more information, visit https://www.corelab.com

At Core Lab, our values matter: Safety, Honesty and Integrity, Customer Focus, Building Trust, and Employee Development. We regard our employees as our greatest asset. We believe that identifying, attracting, developing, and retaining talent are significant actions because our people are so important.

SUMMARY

Maintains ongoing relationships with existing (key) clients including occasional client visits. Intervenes when issues occur with clients and facilitates business development and sales activities within established pricing and contract terms. May accept inspection and related assignments - when required - and ensure the timely delivery of inspection reports by coordinating and managing the complete workflow

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

- Ensures location staff carry-out activities in accordance with individual client instructions, Saybolt Standard procedures, Global Safety Manual, risk assessment, local standards/safety rules and Core Laboratories/Saybolt company policies

- Maintains ongoing relationships with existing (key) clients including occasional client visits

- Facilitates commercial activities within established pricing and contract terms but does not set these. Serves as a communication link between clients and Business Development/Sales

- Acts as the first point of contact for clients and has the ability and authority to resolve client issues or disputes

- Monitors timelines, communicates progress to clients (e.g. in case of delays) and intervene when necessary

- May accept inspection and related assignments - when required - and ensure timely delivery of inspection reports by coordinating and managing the complete workflow between Operations and Account Coordinators, Inspection staff, Laboratory and Office Staff

- Reviews selected Inspection and Laboratory reports/forms for completeness, appropriateness and accuracy

- Review time records and coordinate/prepare client invoices (e.g. issue invoices and monitor invoices overdue)

- May schedule and will participate in safety meetings, investigate accidents, and continually emphasize safety to all field personnel

- Review and approve field staff expenses, time records, incentives, etc., related to field activities

- Other duties may be assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

- Minimum bachelor’s degree or a combination of education and experience

- Minimum 5-7 years of relevant Customer Service or Inspection experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

- Knowledge of Petrochemical products, chemicals or other liquid cargo

- Current knowledge of local inspection requirements, and the Saybolt Inspection Handbook, Manual #4A

- Familiar with the procedures required to operate the inspection department as specified in the Inspection Operation Manual #4

- Interacts and communicates with Inspectors, job site personnel, clients, vessel and laboratory personnel in a proper, professional and business-like manner always to present Saybolt in the best possible professional light

- Has working knowledge of basic laboratory tests that are most frequently associated with the work performed at the location.

- Has a working knowledge of tank calibration procedures, relevant tables, and documentation.

- Has a good understanding regarding loss control procedures and related investigations.

- Has attended classroom training and passed appropriate examinations for managing field operations.

- Ability to perform complex mathematical calculations (e.g. compute flow rate, ratio, percentage, quantities - linear, volumetric or weight - and marine geometrical calculations)

- Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

- The employee may be asked to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

- This position resides within a normal office working environment. International travel will be required. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee may also be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals in some work areas. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Core Laboratories, including all of its affiliated and related entities, is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. Employment decisions are made regardless of characteristics including, but not limited to, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, religion, genetic information, protected veteran or uniformed service member status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable law.