ASSET PROTECTION SPECIALIST

Smith's Food and Drug in; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading grocery store chain as an Asset Protection Specialist in Salt Lake City, Utah. Your role will involve protecting company assets through surveillance, theft reduction programs, and collaboration with law enforcement. With a commitment to integrity and customer service, you'll ensure safety and compliance while contributing to a diverse team dedicated to feeding the human spirit.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Tuition reimbursement

Associate discounts

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills required.
• One year of retail asset protection experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveillance to detect theft.
• Investigate incidents and report findings.
• Partner with law enforcement and prepare case reports.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Integrity

Professionalism

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

CCTV systems

Job description

ASSET PROTECTION SPECIALIST (Finance)

Protect company assets through safety initiatives, inventory recovery, and theft reduction programs. Assist in reducing lost inventory, time, and assets. Monitor surveillance equipment and collaborate with the district asset protection (AP) manager to implement AP initiatives. Identify, observe, and apprehend shoplifters and others involved in criminal activities impacting the company. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Based in Salt Lake City, Utah, Smith's Food and Drug merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we serve customers in over 140 stores across Utah, Nevada, New Mexico, Arizona, Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming.

As part of the Kroger family, we are committed to bringing diverse teams together with a passion for food and people, with the purpose of feeding the human spirit. We strive to create amazing experiences for customers, communities, and employees, with food at the heart of it all.

We value our people and aim to provide the ingredients for success both at work and in life. If you're caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we have a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to join our Smith's family!

What you'll receive from us:

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your well-being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial, and more. We help you thrive with access to:

• Extensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions through company or collective bargaining plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holidays and sick leave, based on eligibility and tenure.
• Emotional and financial support via free counseling and confidential financial tools and coaching.
• Associate discounts on various purchases, including food, travel, and technology.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement through our Continuing Education program.
• Opportunities for growth through industry-leading training and diverse career pathways.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Demonstrated integrity, honesty, and professionalism
• Ability to handle confrontational situations effectively

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• One year of retail asset protection experience
• Experience in multi-store asset protection
• Wicklander Certification
• Operational knowledge of CCTV systems

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct plainclothes surveillance to detect internal and external theft
• Investigate incidents and report findings; apprehend involved individuals
• Comply with all laws and company policies during duties
• Perform physical security checks and recommend loss prevention measures
• Partner with law enforcement and prepare case reports
• Identify and resolve issues affecting shrinkage, safety, and profitability
• Serve as a liaison to develop solutions to reduce waste
• Complete detailed reports on AP activities
• Support AP initiatives and ensure their effectiveness at store level
• Assist with investigations and testify in legal proceedings
• Ensure equipment functionality during store visits
• Travel across locations and work varied schedules, including weekends
• Operate effectively in high-paced, stressful environments
• Manage conflicts professionally and cooperatively
• Act with honesty and integrity regarding sensitive information
• Follow directions and seek assistance as needed
• Support interactions with minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults
• Perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations