Doug Lange
Islip,NY
Summary
Dynamic operations and supply chain finance leader recognized for enhancing enterprise performance through strategic planning, process optimization, and seamless cross-functional collaboration. Proven expertise in steering complex planning cycles and driving operational efficiency while fostering a culture of data-driven decision-making across global organizations. Committed to leveraging analytical insights to streamline processes and elevate organizational effectiveness. Results-oriented professional dedicated to delivering sustainable improvements and maximizing value in every initiative.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Global Management Functions Finance
Estée Lauder Companies
Melville, NY
01.2019 - Current
- Strategic finance leader reporting to the SVP of Global Finance, providing executive partnership on cost management, investment strategy, and key financial decisions.
- Directed and optimized the annual financial planning cycle - encompassing budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning - by developing robust financial models and scenario analyses that drove informed strategic decisions and enhanced organizational agility.
- Proactively identified trends, risks, and opportunities through comprehensive financial analysis, delivering actionable recommendations that improved cost management, resource allocation, and investment outcomes for senior leadership.
- Streamlined financial reporting and variance analysis processes, producing timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual performance metrics that strengthened transparency and supported data-driven decision making.
- Improved financial systems and reporting accuracy by championing best practices and leveraging technology and automation, resulting in greater efficiency and more reliable insights across the organization.
- Served as a trusted financial adviser to executive leaders, providing strategic guidance on cost optimization, resource deployment, and investment strategies that delivered measurable business impact.
Manager, Cost Accounting Supply Chain Finance
Estée Lauder Companies
Melville, NY
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Led a team of cost accountants in developing standard costs and affiliate billing prices.
- Prepared and reviewed feasibility costing, regionalization projects, and brand cost-comparison analyses.
- Identified cost-saving opportunities and process improvements through monthly variance analysis.
Senior Financial Analyst
Estée Lauder Companies
Melville, NY
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Managed the monthly close process, including reconciliation of the monthly P&L.
- Analyzed and prepared manufacturing variance performance reports for brands and manufacturing facilities.
- Analyzed daily variances and partnered with appropriate teams to reconcile and resolve issues.
Production Supervisor
Estée Lauder Companies
Melville, NY
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Supervised and managed a diverse workforce within a fast-paced manufacturing facility.
- Owned quality assurance and cost-efficiency objectives measured on an hourly basis.
- Monitored labor-expense allocation to ensure operational efficiency.
VP Specialist, NYSE
Bank of America
New York, NY
01.2002 - 01.2008
- Served as the primary market maker for numerous companies.
- Orchestrated and executed trading of 3-10 million shares/day.
- Led strategic planning, market development, and share-trading operations, managing working capital of $350M.
- Conducted extensive market and technical analysis, as well as risk management, to drive business performance.
- Acted as a liaison with U.S. and non-U.S. companies to develop a strong investor base.
- Managed P&L and critical financial information for public institutions, hedge funds, and mutual funds.
Education
Master of Science - Training & Development
New York Institute of Finance
MBA - Leadership and Management
Dowling
Oakdale, NY01-2013
BA - Economics
Connecticut College
New London, CT01-1997
Skills
- Executive Team Leadership
- Multi-Million Dollar Budget Management
- Strategic & Capital Planning
- Financial Oversight
- P&L Management
- Process Benchmarking
- Sales Forecasting
- Problem Resolution
Websites
Timeline
Director, Global Management Functions Finance
Estée Lauder Companies
01.2019 - Current
Manager, Cost Accounting Supply Chain Finance
Estée Lauder Companies
01.2014 - 01.2019
Senior Financial Analyst
Estée Lauder Companies
01.2012 - 01.2014
Production Supervisor
Estée Lauder Companies
01.2008 - 01.2012
VP Specialist, NYSE
Bank of America
01.2002 - 01.2008
MBA - Leadership and Management
Dowling
BA - Economics
Connecticut College
Master of Science - Training & Development
New York Institute of Finance