Operations / Sales Manager

MATTHEW M. JOHNSON 42710 Keystone Lane • Canton, MI 48187 mattjohnson93@aol.com • (734) 981-9697 h • (734) 674-9087 c April 13th, 2012 Dear Human Resources: As a highly qualified manager, and operations management professional with an extensive background in construction and industrial equipment rental and sales leadership as well as performance management, I possess the drive and experience to ensure the highest levels of productivity within your operations. At this time in my career, I am eager to take on a new challenge and am confident that my qualifications are well aligned for a position with your company. I have a B.S. Degree from Eastern Michigan University with a Certificate in Secondary Education from the State of Michigan. Throughout my career, I proactively utilized my leadership, education, and organizational skills to generate and contribute to positive change, growth, and profitability. My responsibilities have included turnaround leadership, strategic planning, P&L accountability, promotional initiatives, staffing and training, team motivation, and Union negotiations. Highlights of my qualifications and accomplishments include: • Earned a B. S. Degree with in Secondary Education from Eastern Michigan University. • Possess strong vision and leadership for effective management and innovative problem solving, with a sound history of improving productivity and profitability through institution of quality procedures. • Successfully grew one-state, three-location district to span three states and eleven locations and consistently enhanced profitability to support financial turnaround for Sunbelt Rentals / NationsRent. • Accelerated annual revenues from $6MM to $30MM in four years by negotiating and securing Tier One blanket contracts with Fortune 500 automotive industry leaders for Brambles Equipment Services. • Advanced through series of progressively responsible positions, winning several sales performance awards, and contributing profitable operations as Branch Manager for Hertz Equipment Rental. The achievements detailed are indicative of the quality and caliber of my professional experience. While the enclosed resume details my career history, it is only through meeting with me that you will be assured of the energy and dedication that I offer your TEAM. I would welcome the opportunity to meet with you and explore how I might contribute my leadership, purchasing, sales, and business development strengths to the fulfillment of the objectives of the company that you represent. Thank you for your consideration. Best regards, Matthew M. Johnson Enclosure

Administrative Services Manager

Canton, MI