Cara Lake
Planning Manager | Fashion Merchandising Expert
- Role
- Senior Manager, Demand Planning at Tarte Cosmetics
- Location
- New York, NY, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Cara Lake
The Estée Lauder Companies\' Planning Manager role capitalizes on my retail buying and purchasing prowess, honed through extensive hands-on experience in the luxury goods sector. Leading with a strategic mindset, my focus on trend analysis and negotiation has been pivotal in driving the success of our luxury retail strategies.At the heart of my professional journey lies a commitment to excellence and operational strength. Our team\'s collaborative efforts in e-commerce and retail operations have been instrumental in enhancing brand value, reflecting my enduring passion for the fusion of fashion merchandising and technology in the dynamic world of luxury goods.
Experience
Senior Manager, Demand Planning
Jun 2025 — Present · New York, NY, US
Education
Florida State University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Apparel Design and Technology
2003 — 2005
Marymount University
Bachelor's degree, Fashion Merchandising
2005 — 2007
Skills
- Retail Math
- Retail
- Microsoft Office
- Stores
- Merchandising
- Vendor Relations
- Trend Analysis
- Footwear
- Apparel
- Windows
- Outlook
- Excel
- Powerpoint
- Forecasting
- Word
- Mac
- Jewelry
- Event Planning
- Buying
- Access
- Product Development
- Replenishment
- Fashion
- Retail Buying
- Assortment
- As400
- Negotiation
- Photoshop
- Allocation
- Purchasing
- Retailpro
- Fashion Buying
- E-Commerce
- Planning
- Inventory Management
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