Steven Eskew
Canton
Summary
Dynamic operations leader with a proven track record at Bobby Taylor Painting, excelling in strategic planning and customer relations. Achieved significant cost savings through process improvements and enhanced team performance. Skilled in business development and relationship building, driving growth initiatives that consistently exceed revenue targets.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President of Operations
Bobby Taylor Painting
Acworth, GA
04.2025 - Current
- Streamlined project workflows to enhance operational efficiency and reduce turnaround times.
- Analyzed customer feedback to identify service improvement areas and drive satisfaction rates.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align operational goals with business objectives.
- Oversaw inventory management, ensuring timely procurement of supplies and minimizing waste.
- Supported project management team for optimal performance.
Project Manager
Bobby Taylor Painting
Acworth, GA
05.2022 - 04.2025
- Managed project timelines and budgets, ensuring adherence to client specifications and quality standards.
- Coordinated with subcontractors to streamline workflow and optimize resource allocation for painting projects.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, detailing scope, schedules, and deliverables for efficient execution.
- Conducted regular site inspections to monitor progress and address issues proactively, enhancing overall project delivery.
- Trained junior team members on best practices for project management and safety protocols within the painting industry.
Sales Manager
Blue Dove Painting
Acworth, GA
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Developed and implemented strategic sales plans to enhance market penetration.
- Analyzed customer feedback to refine service offerings and improve client satisfaction.
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
- Consistently met or exceeded quarterly sales targets through diligent effort and persistence in closing deals.
- Overcame objections from potential clients by addressing concerns effectively and offering customized solutions based on their unique needs.
Sales/Project Manager
Kerry's Fine Painting
Acworth, GA
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Led cross-functional teams to execute high-quality painting projects on time and within budget.
- Coordinated with clients to understand needs, ensuring alignment with project goals and expectations.
- Consistently met or exceeded revenue targets, contributing significantly to company growth.
- Increased profit margins by effectively controlling budget and overhead and optimizing product turns.
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
Operations Manager
Sherwin Williams
Ellijay, GA
06.2014 - 06.2020
- Streamlined operations by implementing process improvements across multiple departments.
- Led training programs to enhance team performance and operational efficiency.
- Oversaw budgeting and forecasting activities to align resources with business objectives.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Managed budgets effectively, consistently delivering projects on-time and within financial constraints.
- Increased profit by streamlining operations.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
Education
Associate of Science - Education
Dalton State College
Dalton, GA05-2014
Skills
- Strategic planning and execution
- Organizational development
- Cost analysis and savings
- Business development
- Operations management
- Safety management
- Purchasing and planning
- Performance analysis
- Financial controls implementation
- Customer relations
- Relationship building
- Business growth initiatives
- Sales tracking
- Sales promotion
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Vice President of Operations
Bobby Taylor Painting
04.2025 - Current
Project Manager
Bobby Taylor Painting
05.2022 - 04.2025
Sales Manager
Blue Dove Painting
06.2021 - 05.2022
Sales/Project Manager
Kerry's Fine Painting
06.2020 - 06.2021
Operations Manager
Sherwin Williams
06.2014 - 06.2020
Associate of Science - Education
Dalton State College