Asset Protection - Coordinator - Portland Distribution Center

Nordstrom; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision

Dental

Retirement

Paid Time Away

Life Insurance

Disability

Merchandise Discount

Job summary

Nordstrom is seeking an Asset Protection Coordinator to help maintain a safe, secure environment for our people, customers, and assets. You will support safety initiatives, investigate incidents, and partner with store leadership to reduce shrink and promote operational excellence.

You will collaborate with the Asset Protection Manager, store leadership, and local law enforcement; across Store Operations and Asset Protection functions for success.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of retail or asset protection experience.
• A valid security license is required for this role in Oregon (and several other locations).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Calm and professional approach to handling safety situations.
• Strong accountability, initiative, and confidentiality.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs.
• Knowledge of CCTV systems and basic computer skills (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Monitor CCTV and conduct surveillance to identify suspicious activity.
• Support investigations by gathering data and responding to alarms.
• Enforce safety and security procedures to promote a safe store environment.
• Execute shrink reduction strategies using RFID and other tools.
• Complete accurate incident and security metric reports.
• Assist in training store teams on asset protection and coordinate with management and law enforcement.

Skills

Retail experience

Asset protection

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Calm under pressure

Tools

CCTV systems

Surveillance technologies

Job description

Job Description

The Asset Protection Coordinator helps maintain a safe, secure environment for our people, customers, and assets. In this role, you’ll support safety initiatives, investigate incidents, and partner with store leadership to reduce shrink and promote operational excellence.

You’ll partner closely with the Asset Protection Manager, store leadership teams, and local law enforcement agencies. Collaboration across Store Operations and Asset Protection functions will be critical to success.

A day in the life…

• Monitor CCTV and conduct surveillance to identify suspicious activity
• Support investigations by gathering data, conducting package checks, and responding to alarms in our Employee Service Area
• Enforce safety and security procedures to promote a safe store environment
• Execute shrink reduction strategies using RFID and other reporting tools
• Complete accurate and timely incident, investigation, and security metric reports
• Assist in trainingstore teams onassetprevention, partner with management on action plans, and connect with local law enforcement

You own this if you have…

• A valid security license is required for this role in Washington DC; Denver, Colorado; New York City, New York; St. Louis, Missouri; and Oregon
• 1+ year of retail or asset protection experience
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• A calm and professional approach to handling safety related situations
• Strong accountability, initiative, and confidentiality
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs
• Knowledge of CCTV systems and basic computer skills (preferred)
• Comfortable using surveillance, reporting, and monitoring technologies

Physical Requirements

• This is a hands-on, high-volume role requiring physical labor and continuous movement for 6-8 hours per shift, which includes frequent bending, twisting, squatting, flexing and reaching in order to handle merchandise and assist customers.
• Frequent use of hands for grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
• Handle bulky and sometimes awkwardly shaped items, which include reaching for and lifting these items above the head.
• Regularly lift items weighing up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds

Pay Range Details

The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations.
Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

$24.40 - $25.40 Hourly

We’ve got you covered…

Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits.Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources

This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment.Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_07-14_Full_Time_ES-US.pdf

A few more important points…

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.

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