Distribution Center Loss Prevention and Safety Manager

Ollie; Princeton (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

RX coverage (after 90 days)

401K with company match

20% associate discount

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Ollie’s Distribution Center in Princeton, IL seeks a Distribution Center Loss Prevention and Safety Manager to lead risk, safety programs and loss prevention initiatives across the DC. This role protects associates, assets and profitability while ensuring safety compliance.

You will develop and implement programs, supervise safety staff and coordinate with HR, Risk and Operations; travel expectations are local to the site.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years relative experience.
• Ability to effectively communicate, with company management, associates, customers, vendors, contractors.
• Trainer level experience in the operation of all equipment necessary to perform the job.
• Ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and analyze all programs in the Distribution Center related to company shrink, safety, and risk.
• Plan, design and implement loss prevention and safety processes for the Distribution Center and report regularly on effectiveness of processes to supervisor and DC management.
• Lead and Execute all safety program initiatives while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and report regularly the effectiveness of all safety programs to supervisor and DC management.
• Provide guidance and support to all Safety Associates and Managers overseeing the Distribution Center.
• Act as the point of contact for Associate accidents and injuries at the Distribution Center location.
• Investigate, evaluate and preserve evidence for all Associate accidents and partner with Human Resources, Company Safety, Risk and Loss Prevention to reduce accident frequency.
• Responsible for ensuring all new hires within the DC are trained on the company safety expectations and OSHA requirements.
• Ensure that all required certifications are in compliance with OSHA and any other applicable laws.
• Oversee the physical security of the Distribution Center and manage all security Associates.
• Partner with Human Resources to conduct investigations for all shrink related issues.
• Monitor and maintain CCTV, alarm monitoring and maintenance for the Distribution Centers.
• Continuously maintain all aspects of fire and burglar alarm monitoring and maintenance for the DC.
• Execute business plans to limit risk and prepare for emergency response.
• Execute and/ or facilitate all training related to emergency response procedures for the DC.
• Responsible for developing, testing, and monitoring emergency and evacuation procedures.
• Complete any additional responsibilities and/ or duties as assigned

Job description

Distribution Center Loss Prevention and Safety Manager

Job Category: Asset Protection

Requisition Number: DISTR060450

• Posted : September 28, 2026


• Full-Time


• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Princeton, IL 61356, USA

• Pay or shift range: $72,000 USD to $85,000 USD. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

The Distribution Center Loss Prevention & Safety Manager position provides guidance with regard to risk that impacts Ollie’s, our Associates, and profitability throughout the Distribution Center. This position is also responsible for the overall safety programs, loss prevention initiatives, and management of accidents involving Associates working in the Distribution Center (DC).

Join our team and live the Ollie-tude!: (Ollie’s Core Values)

• BE A TEAM PLAYER- Associates are expected to be supportive and work together.


• BE CARING- How do I treat others with courtesy, dignity, and respect?


• BE VALUE OBSESSED- Live the “good stuff cheap” mindset.


• BE COMMITTED- Operate with grit, passion, tenacity, and action.


• BE GROWING- How do we get better every day?


• BE REAL- Associates should be honest, transparent, genuine, trustworthy, and sincere.


• Medical, Dental, Vision, and RX coverage begins after 90 Days of employment


• 401K, generous company match with immediate vesting


• 20% associate discount on all Ollie’s purchases


• Vast array of voluntary benefits

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and analyze all programs in the Distribution Center related to company shrink, safety, and risk


• Plan, design and implement loss prevention and safety processes for the Distribution Center and report regularly on effectiveness of processes to supervisor and DC management


• Lead and Execute all safety program initiatives while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and report regularly the effectiveness of all safety programs to supervisor and DC management


• Provide guidance and support to all Safety Associates and Managers overseeing the Distribution Center


• Act as the point of contact for Associate accidents and injuries at the Distribution Center location


• Investigate, evaluate and preserve evidence for all Associate accidents and partner with Human Resources, Company Safety, Risk and Loss Prevention to reduce accident frequency


• Responsible for ensuring all new hires within the DC are trained on the company safety expectations and OSHA requirements


• Ensure that all required certifications are in compliance with OSHA and any other applicable laws


• Oversee the physical security of the Distribution Center and manage all security Associates


• Partner with Human Resources to conduct investigations for all shrink related issues


• Monitor and maintain CCTV, alarm monitoring and maintenance for the Distribution Centers


• Continuously maintain all aspects of fire and burglar alarm monitoring and maintenance for the DC


• Execute business plans to limit risk and prepare for emergency response


• Execute and/ or facilitate all training related to emergency response procedures for the DC


• Responsible for developing, testing, and monitoring emergency and evacuation procedures


• Complete any additional responsibilities and/ or duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years relative experience


• Ability to effectively communicate, with company management, associates, customers, vendors, contractors


• Ability to comprehend, analyze and assess the financial impact of accidents and other matters within the scope of job duties


• Trainer level experience in the operation of all equipment necessary to perform the job. Ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 lbs


• Ability to travel short and long distances


• Ability to manage and oversee low voltage work


• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness, and in a safe manner

Ollie’s is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with Federal and State Equal Opportunity Laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and identity, national origin, age, veteran’s status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

This pay represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. Pay ranges may be different in other locations. Actual associate pay will be based on work location, position, experience, skill level, qualifications, and other relevant factors. Associate will not be compensated below the minimum wage for the specific location where the individual has applied in accordance with city, county, and state requirements.

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