Distribution Center Asset Protection Supervisor

Burlington Distribution Corp.; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental and Vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) plan

Associate discount

Job summary

Burlington Stores, Inc. is seeking a DC Asset Protection Supervisor in Riverside, CA, to lead a 40+ person team and manage a multi-shift operation including overnights and weekends.

This role focuses on safeguarding assets, ensuring accurate gate and yard operations, and reducing risk through data-driven actions. You will collaborate with DC Operations, Safety, HR, Facilities, and Logistics to enforce security standards, investigate incidents, and support end-of-month reporting.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in asset protection or loss prevention.
• Experience managing teams of 15+ associates.
• Strong understanding of security systems (CCTV, access control, alarms).
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of up to 40 associates, ensuring safety and security.
• Investigate incidents involving theft, fraud, or security breaches and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee inbound/outbound shipments verification at truck gates and yard audits.
• Promote compliance with safety and secure-workplace policies across shifts.
• Build partnerships with DC Operations, Safety, HR, Facilities, and Logistics.
• Analyze data to identify trends and measure asset protection program effectiveness.
• Leverage WMS/YMS and reporting tools to drive corrective actions.

Skills

Asset protection

Loss prevention

Team leadership

Security systems

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Criminal justice or related degree

Tools

CCTV

Card access

Burglary alarms

Job description

Position Overview

The DC Asset Protection Supervisor leads a team of up to 40 associates in ensuring that both our team members and properties are safe and secure. Additionally, the role oversees a multi-shift operation including overnights and weekends and includes multi-site responsibility. This role is integral to maintaining operational integrity by managing truck gate accuracy, as well as, to some degree, truck yard accuracy. The DCAP Supervisor will have a demonstrated ability of building strong teams and partnerships while being able to leverage data to mitigate theft and fraud. Primary working hours: Saturday - Monday 10am - 10pm

A Day in the Life

Leads, coaches, and motivates a team of up to 40+ associates, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and high performance. Provides clear direction by setting expectations, establishing measurable goals, monitoring attendance, and conducting regular performance feedback and evaluations. Practices everyday development by identifying training needs and delivering coaching and development opportunities that enhance individual and team capabilities. Develops, enforces, and maintains safe and secure practices to protect company assets, including inventory, facilities, and personnel. Investigates incidents involving theft, fraud, shrink, or security breaches; documents findings and implements corrective and preventative actions to reduce risk. Oversees accurate verification, documentation, and tracking of inbound and outbound shipments at truck gates and conducts trailer yard audits, including weekend assignments to support end-of-month reporting. Supports Distribution Center Safety and Operations teams by promoting compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and secure‑workplace standards. Identifies potential operational and security risks and partners with cross‑functional teams to recommend and implement mitigation strategies. Ensures consistent adherence to asset protection standards, including visible badge compliance, clear‑bag policies, and access control across all shifts. Builds and maintains strong partnerships with internal stakeholders such as DC Operations, Safety, Human Resources, Facilities/Maintenance, and Logistics teams. Acts as a liaison with external partners, including law enforcement, when required to support investigations or security incidents. Analyzes data and reporting to identify trends, assess risk, and measure the effectiveness of asset protection programs and initiatives. Effectively leverages technology, including WMS, YMS, and other reporting tools, to identify exceptions, drive corrective actions, and improve operational performance. Manages Distribution Center Lost & Found processes, asset protection supplies, and security vehicle maintenance as part of overall site security support.

Job titles of the positions supervised

DCAP Shift Lead Traffic Control Agent Provides direction to 3rd Party Guard Service when/where applicable

You’ll Come With Basic Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in asset protection, loss prevention, or a related field, preferably in a distribution or logistics environment managing teams of 15+ associates.
• Strong understanding of security systems such as CCTV, Card Access, and Burglary Alarms.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical‑thinking skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to build trust and collaboration across teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of relevant experience in asset protection, loss prevention, or related field.
• An Associate’s or Bachelors Degree in criminal justice, business management, or a related field.
• Experience with incident investigation and crisis management.

Licenses/Certifications

- Wicklander, Zulawski Interview Training.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, nights, and weekends, to support a 24/7 operation. This role is fast-paced and requires a mix of office-based and 'on-the-floor activities', including walking or standing for extended periods of time.

Travel:

Frequent travel between assigned distribution sites may be expected. This travel most commonly will fall into a 25-mile radius. Occasional travel to peer sites to support critical business needs or attend off‑site meetings can also be expected. Travel of distances greater than those described is limited but could occur infrequently based on business needs. This travel may include visiting third party Pool Points.

Benefits

Come join our team. You’re going to like it here! You will enjoy competitive wages, flexible hours, and an associate discount. Burlington's benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance. Full-time associates are also eligible for paid time off, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan. We are a rapidly growing brand and provide a variety of training and development opportunities so our associates can grow with us. Our teams work hard and have fun together! Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day.

Equal opportunity employer

Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.

Individual pay decisions will be based on a variety of factors, such as but not limited to, qualifications, education, job-related skills, relevant experience, and geographic location.

Compensation Range

$65,000.00 - $80,000.00

For over half a century, Burlington have been delivering value to our customers, associates and our communities. With our every day low prices on top brand name merchandise for the entire family and home, combined with our dedication to our thousands of associates nationwide and our ability to make an impact in the communities where we live and work, Burlington is proud to be an award-winning off‑price retailer.

Visit BurlingtonStores.Jobs for a full listing of our available jobs.