Lead Loss Prevention Specialist
Associated Food Stores, Salt Lake City, UT, United States
Job Summary
For the Lead Loss Prevention Specialist, we are looking for a globally-minded individual who can strengthen our loss prevention program. This person must have a modern loss prevention philosophy. The primary responsibility of the Lead Loss Prevention Specialist is to prevent store loss and theft. This individual will observe and monitor shoppers, apprehend and assist with the prosecution of shoplifters, conduct audits, investigate internal activities, and evaluate security concerns through routine store walks and inspections. As a lead, this individual will oversee and train other loss prevention team members. This individual will assist and report to the Asset Prevention Manager, who has oversight of a Loss Prevention team for 40+ stores. Must be able to generate great working partnerships with store operations teams.
Pay Range $32.73 - $36.37 / hour
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Lead Loss Prevention Specialist is responsible for observing the behaviors of shoppers from a distance or through security surveillance and interacting with shoppers to discourage and prevent theft.
Investigating known or suspected internal theft, external theft, or vendor fraud by conducting audits of processes, procedures, and looking for inconsistencies in money handling, receiving practices, or record keeping.
Collaborating with store leadership and law enforcement to report or investigate crimes.
Maintaining documentation and reports on security-related incidents or investigations.
Apprehending shoplifters following company guidelines. Contacting and working with law enforcement, completing paperwork, and acting as a court witness as necessary.
Overseeing, training, and managing a team of 3-5 Sr. Loss Prevention Specialists.
Meeting loss reduction and budget goals for all assigned stores and LP Team members.
The Lead Loss Prevention Specialist will be conducting store audits to identify problem areas or procedural deficiencies. Identifying and reporting safety and security concerns to store leadership to maintain a safe shopping and working environment.
Performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma required. Associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
LP Certified preferred. Wicklander-Zulawski Interviewing Certificate preferred.
Two - three years of previous loss prevention, security, and retail experience. Prior management and leadership experience.
Knowledge of retail computer systems, MS Word, and Excel.
Must be a detail-oriented team player with strong leadership and decision-making skills.
Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
This position requires work of all hours as needed, including weekends (and Sundays), nights, and out-of-town travel up to 30%. Able to work on ladders, stand and walk for long periods, and lift up to 50lbs. Requires bending, stooping, lifting, and agility, both physically and mentally.
Associated Food Stores is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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Pay Range $32.73 - $36.37 / hour
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Lead Loss Prevention Specialist is responsible for observing the behaviors of shoppers from a distance or through security surveillance and interacting with shoppers to discourage and prevent theft.
Investigating known or suspected internal theft, external theft, or vendor fraud by conducting audits of processes, procedures, and looking for inconsistencies in money handling, receiving practices, or record keeping.
Collaborating with store leadership and law enforcement to report or investigate crimes.
Maintaining documentation and reports on security-related incidents or investigations.
Apprehending shoplifters following company guidelines. Contacting and working with law enforcement, completing paperwork, and acting as a court witness as necessary.
Overseeing, training, and managing a team of 3-5 Sr. Loss Prevention Specialists.
Meeting loss reduction and budget goals for all assigned stores and LP Team members.
The Lead Loss Prevention Specialist will be conducting store audits to identify problem areas or procedural deficiencies. Identifying and reporting safety and security concerns to store leadership to maintain a safe shopping and working environment.
Performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma required. Associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
LP Certified preferred. Wicklander-Zulawski Interviewing Certificate preferred.
Two - three years of previous loss prevention, security, and retail experience. Prior management and leadership experience.
Knowledge of retail computer systems, MS Word, and Excel.
Must be a detail-oriented team player with strong leadership and decision-making skills.
Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
This position requires work of all hours as needed, including weekends (and Sundays), nights, and out-of-town travel up to 30%. Able to work on ladders, stand and walk for long periods, and lift up to 50lbs. Requires bending, stooping, lifting, and agility, both physically and mentally.
Associated Food Stores is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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