Retail Security Manager EMEA

Founded in 1913 in Italy, the Prada Group was built on a tradition of excellence and with a vision of innovation. Our Iconic Brands include PRADA, Miu Miu, Church’s, Car Shoe, and Pasticceria Marchesi and we are currently operating in more than 45 Countries, embracing employees of more than 100 nationalities.

Joining our Company means working in a creative and international environment, with teams of people motivated by curiosity and the quest for excellence. The engine of our success is the importance and value that we place on the talent and passion of our people leading to their own professional growth.

JOB PURPOSE

Reporting to the Head of Security, the EMEA Retail Security Manager will be responsible for the development and implementation of a robust Asset Protection Program and Retail Security policies and procedures within the Security Department of Prada Group. This role requires an analytical and detailed leader with a strong background in risk analysis, profit and loss management, shrinkage calculation criteria, security technology standards, fraud patterns, and process-mapping abilities to improve and enhance processes and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Define, share and execute an Asset Protection program strategy for the EMEA Region Retail Stores, with the aim of reducing losses for Prada.
2. Perform consistent Risk assessments in order to identify threats and implement effective countermeasures.
3. Implement and provide to top management comprehensive reports with trend analysis, metrics, key performance indicators, and field asset protection team performance summary.
4. Conduct thorough analysis of point of sale transactional data and other systems to identify patterns, trends, and exceptions for investigation or potential internal and external fraudulent activity.
5. Contribute to the development and enhancement of data mining, monitoring, and analytics to improve existing strategies.
6. Support with internal and external investigations providing actionable data and offering investigative support using available resources and technologies.
7. Perform special projects or additional asset protection duties as requested by the Head of Group Security.
8. Liaison between Finance, Accounting, and Inventory Team.
9. Collaborate with Loss Prevention and other retail partners to develop predictive analysis and practical solutions to challenges currently or evolving risk to business.
10. Participate in industry-leading benchmarking surveys and explore quantitative data to assist with developing or evolving strategic priorities.
11. Comfortable taking initiatives and being resourceful/entrepreneurial.
12. Liaise with local authorities and industry committees to remain alert to local external security threats.
13. Build and manage a Team of Retail Security professionals, creating a supportive and talent-enhancing working environment.
14. Contribute to fostering a culture of security awareness and honesty through positive communications and messaging.
15. Implement Retail Security Policies & Procedures and relevant training for store personnel.
16. Implement a store auditing program to ensure inventory is processed, handled, and monitored appropriately.
17. Gather information and data from all forms of criminal activity (both in stores and external).

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, or Security.
Proficient in English written and spoken.
Previous experience developing business cases for executive management.
Strong financial and business acumen.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (specifically Excel, Access, Power BI, and PowerPoint) programs is required.
A hands-on problem solver with a willingness to work in the details and find opportunities to change processes to drive efficiency.
Resiliency and flexibility are key to being successful.
Ability to work collaboratively across several cross-functional teams.
People management skills.
Availability to travel to Italy and abroad 40% of the time.
Solid understanding of budgeting and statistical data analysis.
Excellent knowledge of English and Italian is a must. French, German, or Spanish knowledge is a plus.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Good organizational and leadership skills.
Committed and reliable, proactive attitude, problem-solving spirit.