Emma Black

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ABOUT EMMA BLACK

I\'m a passionate and dedicated Bid Manager with a drive to bring client briefs to life. How? I have a proven track record of delivering high-quality, compliant, and successful bids in response to new and existing business opportunities in IFM. I\'m results driven with a background in face to face sales and account management. This advantage allows me write in a way that truly understands the client and their needs from a practical point of view. Developing and executing comprehensive project plans to deliver and win bids- giving clients peace of mind that operationally, this stands true. Professional Expertise:Bid Development: Translate win strategies into compelling bid themes, ensuring resource allocation for compliance and high-scoring bids.Project Management: Strong project management skills to develop and deliver detailed bid plans, managing the entire bid process from inception to successful completion.Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, effectively briefing and training Bid Writers, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to develop winning bid strategies.Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail for editing and proofreading documents, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality.Bidding Process Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of the bidding process, analysing ITTs/specifications, and resource allocation for optimal bid outcomes.Key Responsibilities:Commercial Strategy: Support sales and estimating teams in developing and implementing commercial and proposal strategies.Bid Planning: Develop detailed bid plans, storyboarding approaches, schedules, and resource requirements.Content Development: Lead bid text writing, ensuring all requirements are addressed, and win themes are effectively communicated.Review Process: Direct implementation of review feedback, continuously refining and improving bid responses.Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including commercial, technical, SME, and legal, to gather information and develop winning bid strategies.