Asset Protection Specialist

The Home Depot; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home improvement retailer in California seeks an Asset Protection Specialist to prevent financial loss due to theft and fraud. The role involves utilizing various tools for loss prevention, preparing detailed reports, and collaborating with law enforcement. The ideal candidate will demonstrate integrity and remain focused on store objectives while supporting key responsibilities. This position offers a critical role in maintaining security and compliance within the store environment.

Responsibilities

• Prevent financial loss caused by theft and fraud.
• Support safety and environmental program compliance.
• Prepare accurate and detailed case reports.

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.