JOB SUMMARY:

The Loss Prevention Specialist for our retail grocery chain will be responsible for identifying both external and internal safety violations, ensuring compliance with company policies, and preventing loss. This role requires regular travel between multiple store locations to support safety initiatives and conduct inspections. We are looking for a globally minded Loss Prevention Specialist that can strengthen our loss prevention program. This person must have a modern loss prevention philosophy.The primary responsibility of the 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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Loss Prevention Specialists will be 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 in accordance with company guidelines. Contacting and working with law enforcement, completing paperwork and acting as a court witness as necessary.
• 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.

   

POSITION REQUIREMENTS 

• High School Diploma, some college preferred. Possess a knowledge of observation in the areas of shopping patterns, workplace safety and surveillance
• Previous loss prevention, retail or security experience a plus.
• Knowledge of retail computer systems, MS Word and Excel a plus.
• Must be a detail-oriented team player with strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Loss Prevention Specialists work of all hours as needed, including weekends and nights. Able to work on ladders, stand and walk for long periods, and lift-up to 40lbs. 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 on the basis of 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.