Kaitlyn Ventura
About Kaitlyn Ventura
Kaitlyn Ventura is an Inventory Planner at Advance Auto Parts, where she has worked since 2021. She has a background in fashion and merchandising, having held various roles in the industry before transitioning to the automotive sector.
Current Role at Advance Auto Parts
Kaitlyn Ventura has been serving as an Inventory Planner at Advance Auto Parts since 2021. In this role, she supports the Suspension and Brakes teams, contributing to inventory management and planning processes. Her experience in inventory planning allows her to optimize stock levels and ensure product availability for customers. Prior to this position, she worked as a Merchandising Coordinator at the same company from 2019 to 2021, where she developed her skills in merchandising and inventory control.
Previous Experience in E-Commerce and Merchandising
Kaitlyn Ventura has a background in e-commerce and merchandising, having held several positions in the fashion industry. She began her career as an E-Commerce & Merchandising Intern at Vestique.com in 2015. Following this, she worked as an E-commerce Coordinator at Paul Stuart, Inc. from 2017 to 2018. Additionally, she gained experience in wholesale sales and merchandising at Kokun from 2018 to 2019. These roles provided her with valuable insights into inventory management and customer engagement.
Educational Background in Fashion and Textile Management
Kaitlyn Ventura studied at North Carolina State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Fashion and Textile Management with a concentration in Brand Management and Marketing. Her education spanned from 2012 to 2016, equipping her with foundational knowledge in fashion marketing and brand strategy, which she later applied in her professional roles.
Transition from Fashion to Automotive Industry
Kaitlyn Ventura transitioned from the fashion industry to the automotive aftermarket industry, bringing a unique perspective to her current role at Advance Auto Parts. Her diverse background in fashion merchandising and e-commerce has allowed her to approach inventory planning with innovative strategies. This transition highlights her adaptability and willingness to embrace new challenges in different sectors.