Albertsons-Safeway's Northern California Division has an opening for an Asset Protection Manager in the South Bay area (District 8).

The Asset Protection Manager will provide positive, proactive leadership and instruction in the area of Security/Loss Prevention. This individual will promote the workable, realistic Loss Prevention programs that foster a safe shopping and working environment for our customers and associates as well as protecting company assets. This will be accomplished while preventing crime and loss to the company through policies and procedures, use of technology, strategies, and training programs within the scope of Albertson’s core values, while working closely with Operations and Division-level associates.

Qualifications

Education Level

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience preferred.

Experience Level

• 8+ years’ experience as a Loss Prevention Manager or equivalent Loss Prevention retail experience preferred.

Skills and Experiences

• Knowledge of city, county, state penal codes, particularly those laws related to but not limited to shoplifting, arrest, courtroom demeanor, bad check collection, etc.
• Possess the initiative to help create and nurture a world class Loss Prevention team through training programs, promotion of the department, identification of high achievers, etc.
• Possess the ability to motivate and work with and through others to achieve desired results. Must have the ability to represent the Company’s interest to outside parties.
• General knowledge of computer capabilities (word, excel, e-mail).
• Possess good communication skills, both oral and written as well as the ability to make effective presentations before groups. Possess strong interpersonal skills to deal effectively with a wide variety of people both in person and over the telephone.
• Requires the analytical ability to handle administrative duties and mental alertness to ensure accurate, safe and thorough completion of work activities. Possess ability to concentrate and deal with frequent interruptions
• Multitasked oriented.

Travel Requirements: Division-wide travel, up to 70%

Physical Environment

• Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office or retail store environment.
• Store visits involve regular standing, walking, climbing stairs, and movement in and around machinery and hazardous equipment, as well as backstage receiving and production areas.
• Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at desk or computer terminal.
• Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone, and other office equipment in the course of normal workday.
• Stopping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in completion of job duties.

Why you will choose us
Albertsons Companies Inc. has always been a people-oriented business, and thoughtful people practices remain a core element of our company’s philosophy. Our goal is to continue to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being and that starts with people like you bringing your unique self to our company and making it one person stronger and better!

We also provide a variety of benefits, including:

• Competitive Wages
• Flexible work schedules
• Associate discounts
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth & development.
• Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Vacation / Paid Time Off

Our Values
We put people first.
We are customer driven.
We value different perspectives.
We raise the bar.
We act as owners.
We are one team.
We build belonging.
We are committed to a healthy future.

About Us
Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. We have a new vision: forging a retail winner that is admired for national strength with deep local roots, that offers an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how a customer chooses to shop with us. We want talented individuals to be a part of this journey! Come bring your flavor!


Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.

Albertsons-Safeway is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, prior or on any other basis prohibited by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide asset protection supervision to Division stores.
• Protect customers, associates and company property.
• Promote the adherence to company policies and procedures, familiarize associates with company rules and regulations.
• Work closely (partnership) with Division Operations and staff.
• Monitor In-store security programs (where applicable) and makes recommendations to ensure effectives of these programs.
• Maintain formal and informal channels of communication though the organization.
• Encourage the expression of new ideas, suggestions and constructive criticism.
• Protect company assets to include, property against theft, illegal entry and illegal activities.
• Develop shrink reduction and awareness strategies for all division and distribution (where applicable) facilities.
• Assign associates to tasks and supervise them in performance of work, setting goals, meeting objectives and Safeway/Albertsons’ core values.
• Assign, assist and supervise all division investigations both internal and external issue while working closely with Labor Relations, Human Resources, and Legal.
• Investigate store issues, including but not limited to workplace violence, wage and hour issues, etc.
• Report investigation findings to Human Resources and Legal departments for disposition.
• Present facts at unemployment and union hearings as appropriate.
• Monitor the progress of Loss Prevention programs, Safety programs (where applicable) and make recommendations to ensure effectiveness.
• Promote the Exception Reporting System to ensure compliance with goals and objectives.
• Oversee Federal wage and hour compliance.
• Act as liaison for the following: Corporate Council, Labor Relations/Human Resources, Government Agencies, Operations personnel, Law Enforcement Agencies, Community groups, Outside Agencies, Judicial Agencies
• Provide expert testimony in designated civil or criminal litigation.
• Manage and submit required reports to corporate and division senior management.
• Perform audits in retail stores, prepare and submit required reports for management review.
• Ensure proper maintenance of security programs designed to protect Customers, Associates and Company Assets.
• Ensure training programs for Security/Loss Prevention, Security Department and all other Division personnel including new-hires.
• Identifies security problems, concerns in assigned locations.
• Implements shrink reduction strategies and initiatives for targeted shrink stores.
• Develop Division short and long-range plans for security and Loss Prevention.

Salary range is $92,000 to $120,000 annually. Starting salary will vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. There may be flexibility for exceptional candidates.