Asset Protection Investigator

Summary

Responsible for monitoring shortage results, conducting investigations and apprehensions for internal and external theft, and implementing store safety and awareness programs under direction of the Asset Protection Manager or Assistant General Manager Operations at a Saks Fifth Avenue location.

Responsibilities

• Monitor shortage reports and daily and monthly audit results.
• Conduct investigations into internal and external theft and make apprehensions as appropriate.
• Train store associates on awareness and asset protection policies and procedures.
• Organize and conduct annual store inventory.
• Develop shortage strategies for merchandise groups and paperwork controls.
• Implement store safety and awareness programs.
• Use store IT applications and follow company standards and procedures.
• Perform ad hoc asset protection responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years asset protection experience in a large volume retail environment preferred.
• Certification required where applicable by jurisdiction.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Wicklander-Zulawski certification a plus.
• Ability to quickly learn company standards, procedures, and IT applications.
• Strong communication and team leadership skills.