Associate Manager Asset Protection

The Associate Manager, Asset Protection at SFA in Chicago, IL, is responsible for overseeing inventory shortage performance and executing the Asset Protection Strategy. This role involves ensuring compliance with company policies and laws during theft investigations and collaborating with store teams to communicate and execute objectives.

• Oversee and ensure the integrity of physical inventory through monitoring reports and audits.
• Communicate with Store Leadership and Associates to drive awareness of inventory shortage results and strategy initiatives.
• Hire, develop, and manage Asset Protection Investigators with approval from senior leadership.
• Provide insight into audit execution and internal audit readiness.
• Work with sales support to ensure shortage control processes are followed.
• Perform ad hoc responsibilities as needed.

• High School diploma or equivalency required; college degree preferred.
• 3+ years of retail Asset Protection experience, preferably in a luxury retail environment.
• Strong knowledge of retail security systems and productivity software.
• Wicklander-Zulawski Certification is ideal.
• Comfortable with public speaking and technology.