Associate Asset Protection Manager

060 SAKS & CO LLC; United States; On-site; USD 56,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Exemplar Luxury Group is seeking an Asset Protection Manager to lead inventory shortage programs in a luxury retail environment. You will drive loss prevention strategies, oversee investigations, audits, and reconcile inventories while partnering with Store Leadership and Investigators.

The role requires a proven leader with coaching, training delivery, and strong analytical skills, plus expertise with security systems and reporting tools.

Qualifications

• College degree preferred.
• 5+ years of retail Asset Protection experience in a high-volume luxury/complex environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence presenting to store leadership and large groups.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with security systems, reporting platforms and productivity software.
• Experience leading diverse teams to achieve operational, statistical and developmental goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead store-wide Asset Protection investigations and loss-prevention initiatives.
• Develop and implement mitigation strategies to reduce shortages and write corrective action plans.
• Oversee audits, inventory reconciliation, and ensure audit readiness.
• Partner with Store Leadership and Investigators to drive accountability and results.
• Model Exemplar Luxury Group customer experience standards within Asset Protection operations.

Skills

Relationship-building

Coaching

Influencing

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

College degree preferred

Tools

Retail security systems

Reporting platforms

Productivity software

Job description

Job Description

The Asset Protection Manager is responsible for overall inventory shortage performance and full execution of the Asset Protection strategy for their assigned store. This role ensures a safe selling environment while protecting company assets through proactive shortage control, investigations, audits, and compliance with company policies and all local, and federal laws. The Asset Protection Manager partners closely with Store Leadership, Investigators, and cross-functional teams to drive awareness, accountability, and results.

Role Description

A proven leader with strong relationship-building, coaching, and influencing skills. Comfortable leading meetings, delivering training, and communicating with diverse audiences. Agile in fast-paced retail environments, able to prioritize and adapt as business needs evolve. Highly organized with strong interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Experienced in retail security systems, investigative practices, information systems, and productivity tools. Demonstrated success identifying shortage exposures and implementing effective mitigation strategies. Facilitate store-wide communication, training, safety sessions, and shortage awareness initiatives. Model and reinforce Exemplar Luxury Group customer experience expectations within Asset Protection operations. Identify internal and external theft exposures and implement proactive strategies to reduce loss. Provide recommendations and action plans for continuous improvement. Oversee audit planning, execution, and documentation, ensuring internal audit readiness. Review audit findings, summarize results, and drive corrective actions with Store Leadership. Lead planning and execution of annual physical inventory and reconciliation. Ensure all physical security standards are maintained and issues are addressed promptly. Oversee camera system functionality and enhancements. Ensure compliance with apprehension guidelines and all applicable laws during investigations. Partner with Investigators to prepare cases for interviews and resolution.

People Leadership & Development

Directly oversee and guide Asset Protection Investigators, providing daily leadership and direction. Ensure completion of required training, certifications, and ongoing technical development. Deliver performance feedback and support mid-year and annual review processes. Coach Investigators to strengthen investigative skills, decision-making, and professionalism. Responsibilities may evolve based on business needs or direction from Corporate Asset Protection. Additional duties may be assigned as required.

Key Qualifications

Work Experience/Educational Level/Certificates: College degree preferred. 5+ years of retail Asset Protection experience, preferably in a high-volume retail luxury goods or complex environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Confidence interacting with store leadership and presenting to large groups. Strong analytical skills. Proficiency with retail security systems, reporting platforms, and productivity software. Experience leading diverse teams to achieve operational, statistical, and developmental goals.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Exemplar Luxury Group is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

Compensation

Salary Range $56,060 - $70,075*.

Compensation for this role varies by geographic location. The listed range reflects multiple markets, including higher-cost areas. Actual starting pay will be determined based on work location, experience, and other job-related factors.

About Exemplar Luxury Group

Exemplar Luxury Group is a world-renowned luxury ecommerce destination. The company’s unique approach combines a focus on the digital customer experience with a strong connection to a network of extraordinary stores that extends that seamless experience into the real world. On its website and app, Exemplar Luxury Group offers an unparalleled selection of curated merchandise across fashion for women and men, beauty, jewelry, home décor and more. In addition to the shopping experience, customers come to Exemplar Luxury Group for inspiring editorial content, access to digital stylists, lifestyle experiences and other world-class services. The company is currently in the midst of a dramatic expansion, driven by significant enhancements to its platforms and offerings, with the goal of becoming the preeminent destination for luxury internationally.