Area Manager, Asset Protection - Greater Minnesota

Gap Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Gap Inc. is seeking an Area AP Manager to oversee asset protection operations across a group of stores, leading Coordinators and Specialists, and driving safety and shortage reduction programs for our family of brands, Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic and Athleta.

In this role you will partner with store and regional leadership to align AP strategies with business goals, ensure security systems function to standards, and conduct investigations while promoting a culture of safety and operational

Qualifications

• Experience leading asset protection teams across multiple stores.
• Background in investigations and shortage reduction.
• Ability to analyze data and drive results.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of asset protection best practices in retail.

Responsibilities

• Lead AP Coordinators, Specialists and Service Representatives across multiple stores with coaching and performance feedback.
• Implement shortage reduction and safety programs tailored to each area.
• Conduct and oversee investigations into theft, fraud, and policy violations.
• Analyze data and incident trends to identify risks and proactive solutions.
• Partner with store and regional leadership to align AP strategies with business goals.
• Ensure physical security systems are functioning and compliant with standards.
• Collaborate with law enforcement and legal partners for case support.
• Promote a culture of safety, inclusion, and operational excellence across the area.

Skills

Leadership across multiple locations

Investigations

Data analysis

Communication

Retail operations knowledge

Job description

About the Role

As an Area AP Manager, you oversee asset protection operations across a group of stores. You lead a team of Coordinators and/or Specialists, drive execution of safety and shortage reduction programs, and collaborate with store leadership to mitigate risk. Your work supports the protection of people, products, and experiences across our house of iconic brands: Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Athleta.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage AP Coordinators, Specialists and/or Service Representatives across multiple stores, providing coaching, development, and performance feedback.
• Implement and monitor shortage reduction and safety programs tailored to the needs of each in your area.
• Conduct and oversee investigations into theft, fraud, and policy violations, ensuring compliance with legal and company standards.
• Analyze data and incident trends to identify risks and recommend proactive solutions.
• Partner with store and regional leadership to align AP strategies with business goals.
• Ensure physical security systems are functioning and compliant with company standards.
• Collaborate with law enforcement and legal partners to support case development and prosecution.
• Promote a culture of safety, inclusion, and operational excellence across your area.

Who You Are

• Strong leadership and coaching skills across multiple locations.
• Experience in investigations, surveillance, and shortage reduction.
• Ability to analyze data and apply insights to drive results.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of retail operations and asset protection best practices.