Distribution Center Asset Protection Supervisor

Burlington; Washington, Savannah (District of Columbia, GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The DC Asset Protection Supervisor at Burlington leads a team of up to 40 associates across multiple sites, including overnights and weekends, to safeguard people and assets. You will build strong teams, drive accountability, and partner with operations and security to reduce loss.

You will analyze data from reporting tools, oversee truck gate and yard audits, and ensure safety and policy adherence while supporting a fast-paced, 24/7 distribution environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in asset protection or loss prevention with team leadership
• Experience with CCTV, access control, and burglar alarms
• Strong problem solving and communication skills
• Willing to work evenings, nights, weekends in a 24/7 operation

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach a team of up to 40 associates, set goals and evaluations
• Investigate thefts or security breaches and implement corrective measures
• Manage truck gate and yard audits including End of Month reporting
• Review attendance and time off processes
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external agencies as needed
• Support safety policy adherence and risk mitigation across shifts

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Education

Associate degree

Tools

CCTV systems

Card access systems

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.

A Day in the Life

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, coach, and motivate a team of up to 40 plus associates, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and high performance.
• Provide clear direction, set measurable goals, and conduct regular performance evaluations.
• Identify training needs and implement development programs to enhance team capabilities.
• Review and manage teams' attendance and time off.

Asset Protection

• Develop and enforce safe and secure initiatives to safeguard company assets, including inventory, property, and personnel.
• Investigate incidents of theft, fraud, or other security breaches and implement corrective measures to prevent recurrence.
• Oversee the accurate documentation, tracking, and verification of incoming and outgoing shipments at truck gates as well as perform validations of trailer yard audits including weekend assignments for End of Month Reporting.
• Assess department technology and equipment to confirm in working condition and up to company standard.

Safe and Secure Operations

• Plays a supporting role in promoting workplace safety by supporting DC Safety and Operational Teams with maintaining compliance of safety policies and procedures.
• Is able to identify potential risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with operations teams to ensure adherence to safe and secure standards such as visible badge and clear bag strategies across all shifts.

Partnership Building

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including DC Operations, DC Safety, Human Resources, Facilities/Maintenance, and Logistics Teams.
• Partner with external agencies, such as law enforcement, as needed to address security concerns or incidents.
• Act as a liaison between the asset protection team and other departments to foster collaboration and support Company goals.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Utilize data to identify trends, assess risks, and evaluate the effectiveness of asset protection initiatives.
• Prepare and present reports on security incidents, losses, and operational improvements to leadership.
• Review of WMS, YMS, and various other reporting tools to identify exceptions and course correct when necessary.

Other Tasks as Assigned by Manager

• Manage DC Lost & Found
• DCAP Supplies
• Security Vehicle Maintenance

You’ll Come With

Education

• Associate's Degree Preferred

Licenses/Certification/Registration

• Wicklander/Zulawski Interview Training Preferred

Experience

• 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 a similar role
• An associate's degree in criminal justice, business management, or a related field is desirable.
• Experience with incident investigation and crisis management.

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. 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.

Come join our team. You're going to like it here!

Benefits

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 w