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Adrian Johnson

Austin,TX

Summary

Operations and partnerships leader with 15 years of experience stabilizing complex environments, strengthening vendor and partner relationships, and improving service delivery across BPO, retail, and B2B organizations. Recognized for translating strategy into execution, establishing clear operational standards, and serving as a trusted point of judgment for internal and external stakeholders. Skilled in partner operations, process improvement, cross‑functional leadership, and budget oversight.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Partner Relationship Manager

YETI Coolers
10.2023 - Current

· Primary point of trust for strategic partners, aligning operations with business objectives.

· Improved collaboration through clearer processes, expectations, and communication rhythms.

· Implemented vendor‑management standards that reduced contract execution time.

· Strengthened partner performance through oversight, issue resolution, and relationship management.

· Led cross‑departmental coordination to improve clarity and decision‑making.

· Managed annual budgets with a focus on sustainability and cost control.

Vendor Relations Manager

Indeed
03.2022 - 10.2023

· Oversaw vendor operations with emphasis on compliance, consistency, and long‑term performance.

· Clarified standards and accountability to improve partner effectiveness.

· Streamlined partner selection and contracting processes.

· Supported capacity planning and workflow improvements.

· Strengthened security and loss‑prevention practices through updated policies and training.

· Served as liaison between internal teams and external partners to resolve operational gaps.

Store Manager/Store Manager District Trainer

Windsor Fashions
06.2019 - 10.2021

· Led store operations with a focus on consistency, accountability, and customer experience.

· Developed and delivered training programs across multiple locations.

· Improved loss‑prevention and inventory controls through clear processes.

Managed budgets and workforce planning to support profitability and team stability

Assistant Store Manager

ASICS America
02.2017 - 05.2019

· Improved workflow efficiency and team coordination.

· Supported onboarding, coaching, and performance development.

· Maintain operational and merchandising standards.

· Reinforced loss‑prevention practices.

Store Manager

Wet Seal
01.2011 - 02.2017

· Managed end‑to‑end store operations, balancing sales and team stability.

· Implemented training and loss‑prevention initiatives.

· Led staffing, scheduling, and daily execution.

Timeline

Partner Relationship Manager

YETI Coolers
10.2023 - Current

Vendor Relations Manager

Indeed
03.2022 - 10.2023

Store Manager/Store Manager District Trainer

Windsor Fashions
06.2019 - 10.2021

Assistant Store Manager

ASICS America
02.2017 - 05.2019

Store Manager

Wet Seal
01.2011 - 02.2017
Adrian Johnson