April Criss

Warehouse & Distribution Operations Manager with 15+ years of leadership experience in high-volume distribution centers. Expertise in warehouse operations, inventory management, shipping & receiving, order fulfillment, logistics, procurement, vendor management, invoice processing, and workforce leadership. Experienced leading 200+ associates using YMS, Atlas, GLS, AS400, Microsoft Office, and POS systems.

Logistic Procurement Manager - SPIE Oil & Gas

(2025-11)

• Manage warehouse operations, inventory, shipping/receiving, procurement, and asset control.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for vendors and coordinate equipment logistics.
• Manage invoices, inventory records, hazardous materials, and compliance.
• Support project logistics and equipment transfers.

Area Manager - Sam's Club Distribution Center

(2023-10 - 2025-11)

• Led daily distribution center operations for 200+ associates.
• Oversaw receiving, shipping, inventory, order fulfillment, and labor planning.
• Managed KPIs, safety, productivity, and third-party logistics.

Area Manager - Walmart Import Distribution Center

(2022-01 - 2023-10)

• Managed import distribution operations and teams of 200+ associates.
• Directed receiving, putaway, inventory control, shipping, and yard operations.
• Utilized YMS, Atlas, and GLS warehouse systems.

Store Manager - CVS Pharmacy

General Manager Designate - Pilot Flying J

Senior Team Leader, Logistics - Target

Store Manager - Rite Aid

Assistant Store Manager - Sears

Store Manager - Classic Bridal & Limousine

Bachelor of Science - Business Management - University of Phoenix