April Anderson

About April Anderson

A supply chain professional’s job is more than global procurement and quality management, I love achieving a competitive edge and driving bottom-line impact. In addition to my inspirational leadership and advanced project management aptitude, I have a stellar record in leading the process of material movement from storage through production and back into storage.Highly motivated by constant success in establishing operational processes and procedures, I am exceptionally well-versed in implementing enhanced sourcing practices and heading 3PL processes as well as measuring shipment time and cost. Seasoned strategist who spent most of her time addressing uncertain challenges, halting inefficient processes, and turning around poor-performing supply chain operations and categories.The following highlights indicate my signature achievements: Enhanced inventory accuracy up to 99.95% from 97%. Pioneered first formal Logistics RFP for Hope Foods, saved $92k in 2019. Boosted program registration by 10% in 2014 through recruiting and fundraising events. Slashed 8% cost in disposables and paper products category through the successful plan, vendor consolidation, and SKU rationalization.Exposure gained in inventory, distribution, and warehouse management, I am adept at managing services and goods, negotiating contracts, and cultivating profitable partnerships. Some key skills I possess include: Demand Planning Category Management Transportation & Carrier Coordination Order Processing 3PL Implementation Performance Metrics Contract Management Customized Reporting SKU Management Inventory Control Warehouse Operations Distribution Management Forecasting ERP ImplementationHaving progressed through different roles, I have been instrumental in conducting in-depth analyses of volume, quality, and cost.My unparalleled dedication and unprecedented history of cultivating inclusive culture – along with my capacity and so much energy in directing teams, overhauling processes, meeting emerging needs, and reducing costs in the disposables and paper products category– will allow me to concentrate on immense success.

Experience

1. Supply Chain Director

   Mm Brands Inc

   Apr 2025 — Present · Denver, CO, US

   My current role encompasses my prior duties of managing all supply chain functions/processes and forecasting, and now also includes collaboration with other internal leaders to develop company goals and implement strategic initiatives that align with those goals.

Education

• University of Colorado Boulder - Leeds School of Business

  Master of Science in Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Management

  2021 — 2023

• Nebraska Wesleyan University

  Coursework towards B.S. in Business Administration, Sports Management

  2010 — 2012

• Front Range Community College

  Associate of Science in General Studies, Certificate in Business

  2012 — 2014

• University of Colorado Boulder - Leeds School of Business

  Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Marketing and Operations Management

  2014 — 2016

Skills

• Food & Beverage
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Content Marketing
• Photoshop
• Forecasting
• Budgeting
• Cost Management
• Event Planning
• College Basketball
• Arrowstream
• Vendor Management
• Food Service
• Microsoft Word
• Sports
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Purchase Management
• Sourcing Management
• Negotiation
• Sports Coaching
• Inventory Management
• Procurement
• Category Management
• Marketing
• Wordpress
• Teaching
• Business Strategy
• Visio
• Leadership
• Supply Chain Management
• Marketo