Heather David
West Jordan,UT
Summary
Accomplished Proposal Writer and Manager with a proven track record at Motorola Solutions, Inc., enhancing proposal win rates through strategic thinking and persuasive communication. Skilled in editing, compliance monitoring, and fostering team collaboration, I significantly contributed to securing new contracts and improving process efficiencies. My approach combines analytical thinking with interpersonal skills, driving continuous improvement and client satisfaction. Efficient Technical Writer with [Number] years of experience. Extensive understanding of technical research and updating records. Adept at distribution and adaptation to audiences.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Proposal Writer
Motorola Solutions, Inc.
2022.11 - Current
- Increased team productivity by implementing a centralized repository for storing important documents, templates, and resources related to proposal writing.
- Streamlined the proposal development process, creating a more efficient workflow to reduce turnaround time.
- Consistently met tight deadlines by efficiently managing multiple projects simultaneously under high-pressure situations.
- Assisted in training junior proposal writers, sharing best practices and knowledge of industry trends.
- Maintained strong relationships with existing clients by consistently delivering high-quality proposals that captured their evolving needs over time.
- Enhanced proposal acceptance rate by developing persuasive and compelling content for client presentations.
- Contributed to company growth by securing new contracts through well-crafted proposals that effectively communicated value propositions.
- Increased overall proposal quality by fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the proposal writing team through regular feedback sessions and knowledge sharing.
- Achieved higher success rates with government contract bids by gaining a deep understanding of federal procurement processes and requirements.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather accurate and relevant information for proposals, ensuring consistency and accuracy across all materials.
- Developed customized proposals for diverse clients, addressing their unique requirements and effectively showcasing company capabilities.
- Proofread copy written by colleagues to correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
- Edited and proofread technical documents for accuracy and consistency.
- Organized material to research and complete writing tasks.
- Worked closely with software engineers, product managers and other departments to determine accuracy and completeness of technical documentation.
Proposal Manager
Motorola Solutions, Inc.
2019.04 - 2022.10
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to gather relevant information and develop comprehensive technical solutions.
- Reviewed competitors'' proposals to assess strengths and weaknesses, informing strategic positioning for subsequent bids.
- Secured new business opportunities by crafting persuasive executive summaries highlighting unique selling points.
- Analyzed client RFPs to identify key requirements, enabling tailored responses that addressed specific needs.
- Trained and mentored junior staff members in proposal writing best practices, enhancing team performance.
- Monitored compliance with corporate guidelines, ensuring consistency across all submitted proposals.
- Implemented proactive proposal planning, resulting in improved resource allocation and reduced stress on the team during peak periods.
- Established a centralized repository for storing proposal documentation, simplifying access and version control.
- Increased proposal win rates by developing and implementing effective proposal strategies and processes.
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality proposals for clients.
- Established rigorous quality assurance procedures leading to fewer errors in final submissions.
- Proactively identified potential risks associated with each opportunity, enabling risk mitigation measures that increased chances of winning bids.
- Forge strong relationships with internal stakeholders through timely communication of progress updates throughout the bid lifecycle.
- Streamlined proposal development process, reducing turnaround time and improving overall efficiency.
- Proofread copy written by colleagues to correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
- Edited and proofread technical documents for accuracy and consistency.
- Organized material to research and complete writing tasks.
- Worked closely with software engineers, product managers and other departments to determine accuracy and completeness of technical documentation.
Electronic Data Information Specialist
Cannon Law Associates
2014.10 - 2019.01
- Developed robust documentation for all significant processes and procedures related to database maintenance, ensuring smooth knowledge transfer between team members.
- Reduced data entry errors with thorough quality assurance measures and regular audits.
- Enhanced data accuracy by implementing efficient data validation processes and procedures.
- Maintained files, records, and chronologies of entry activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Writing And Rhetoric
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT05.2002
Skills
- Strategic Thinking
- Teamwork orientation
- Strong writing skills
- Editing expertise
- Persuasive Communication
- Industry Awareness
- Research proficiency
- Document Management
- Compliance Monitoring
- Proposal Development
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
- Relationship Building
- Team building
- Task Prioritization
- Content Editing
- Self Motivation
- Content Creation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Goal Setting
- Professionalism
- Analytical Thinking
- Interpersonal Communication
- Editing
- Resourcefulness
- Time management abilities
- Continuous Improvement
- Adaptability
- Written Communication
- Copywriting
- Layout Development
Certification
Bid/Proposal Foundation Certification, APMP - July, 2024
Timeline
Proposal Writer
Motorola Solutions, Inc.
2022.11 - Current
Proposal Manager
Motorola Solutions, Inc.
2019.04 - 2022.10
Electronic Data Information Specialist
Cannon Law Associates
2014.10 - 2019.01
Bachelor of Science - Writing And Rhetoric
University of Utah
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Utah
Bid/Proposal Foundation Certification, APMP - July, 2024
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