District Loss Prevention Manager

Kohl's; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kohl's is seeking a District Loss Prevention Manager to develop and implement the LP program across 15+ locations in the district. You will drive results by reducing shortages, managing budgets and ensuring operational compliance.

Responsibilities include conducting audits, reviewing store practices, leading LP staff, and coordinating with law enforcement when required to investigate theft and fraud. A Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or related field is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to make decisions in complex retail environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Loss Prevention program for 15+ locations.
• Drive inventory shortage reduction and protect cash variance.
• Oversee audits and store accountability, ensure compliance with standards.
• Conduct store visits to enforce best practices and protect assets.
• Manage physical inventory processes within district.
• Lead onboarding and ongoing training for Loss Prevention staff.
• Recruit, hire and develop personnel; support succession planning.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and law enforcement as needed.
• Monitor budgets for payroll, travel and store protection.

Skills

Leadership communication

Decision making

Education

Bachelors in Criminal Justice or related field

Job description

About The Role

As District Loss Prevention Manager, you will develop and implement the Loss Prevention program for 15+ selling locations. You will drive results by achieving goals related to inventory shortage, budget lines, cash variance and operational compliance.

About The Role

As District Loss Prevention Manager, you will develop and implement the Loss Prevention program for 15+ selling locations. You will drive results by achieving goals related to inventory shortage, budget lines, cash variance and operational compliance.

What You'll Do

• Achieve inventory shortage goals through the implementation of shortage control programs, operational efficiencies, physical security standards and product protection


• Oversee the assessment program for an assigned district, ensure execution of required audits and follow up on results and store accountability


• Conduct store visits to review for implementation of best practices


• Oversee the physical inventory process within an assigned district


• Maintain productivity standards and verify case reporting standards are adhered to


• Ensure compliance with Apprehension Guidelines/Ethical Standards as related to investigations and apprehensions


• Partner with cross-functional teams, law enforcement agencies, court system and/or other businesses to investigate and resolve acts of theft and fraud


• Ensure store compliance with physical security guidelines and product protection standards


• Recruit and hire of Loss Prevention personnel within an assigned district


• Facilitate and manage required onboarding and ongoing training requirements for the Loss Prevention team


• Establish and maintain succession planning, conduct IDP discussions and provide development opportunities


• Maintain district budget related to payroll, travel and store protection to plan


• Ensure safety standards and OSHA requirements are adhered to


• Manage direct reports, systems and projects to achieve unit goals per Kohl's policies and practices


• Prepare and analyze unit plans and reports


• Provide leadership by exhibiting influence and expertise, driving results


• Create an effective work environment by developing a common vision, setting clear objectives, expecting teamwork, recognizing outstanding performance and maintaining open communications


• Develop staff through coaching, providing performance feedback, providing effective performance assessments and establishing performance and development plans


• Additional tasks may be assigned

Required

What Skills You Have

• Strong verbal, leadership and written communication skills


• Ability to make decisions in complex situations

Preferred

• Multiple years of retail Loss Prevention experience at the multi-store level


• Internal Interviewing Certification (ex; Wicklander)


• Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Business or a related field

Special Requirements