Asset Protection Specialist

The Home Depot; Fuquay-Varina (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Home Depot is seeking an Asset Protection Specialist to minimize financial loss in Fuquay-Varina. This role involves monitoring store security, preventing theft and fraud, conducting audits, and preparing case reports. The position requires interaction with law enforcement and maintaining a safe environment.

Ideal candidates should have relevant experience and strong observational skills. Integrity and a focus on safety are essential to fulfilling the responsibilities effectively while supporting overall business objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience in loss prevention or security-related field is preferred.
• Strong observational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle sensitive situations calmly and professionally.

Responsibilities

• Prevent financial loss from theft and fraud.
• Monitor physical security and conduct audits.
• Prepare detailed case reports and interact with law enforcement.

Job description

Position Purpose:

The Asset Protection Specialist is primarily responsible for preventing financial loss caused by theft and fraud and supporting safety and environmental program compliance in their assigned store/multiple stores. They utilize tools to minimize loss to the Company, including but not limited to identifying incidents of theft and fraud, reviewing CCTV and exception reports, monitoring the store's physical security, auditing the Electronic Article Surveillance and driving a shrink elimination culture in the store. Other responsibilities include: preparing accurate and detailed case reports documenting your apprehensions and recoveries, preserving evidence, interacting with law enforcement and testifying in criminal and civil court actions. The Asset Protection Specialist must report any hazardous or unsafe condition to the Manager on Duty and carry out job responsibilities in a manner that minimizes the risk of injury to themselves, other associates, vendors, customers, and the Company. They must demonstrate integrity at all times, respond to asset protection and operational concerns of all associates and remain focused on store specific business objectives while supporting key asset protection and operational responsibilities.