District Loss Prevention Manager Hattiesburg, MS

Ollie's Bargain Outlet, Inc.; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, RX coverage

401K with company match

20% associate discount

Company vehicle

Laptop provided

Cell phone allowance

Job summary

Ollie’s Bargain Outlet, Inc. is seeking a District Loss Prevention Manager to lead shrink reduction and safety across approximately 18–20 stores in the district. You will oversee investigations, training, and enforcement of AP policies to protect assets and team members.

The role requires strong leadership, prior loss prevention experience, and the ability to travel within the district. You will collaborate with store leaders to implement company programs, conduct risk assessments, and maintain

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Criminal justice related higher education preferred.
• Minimum of three years in retail loss prevention.
• WZ or Reid investigation certification preferred.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and plan effectively.

Responsibilities

• Investigate reports of asset losses, injuries, or harassment to determine proper facts and disciplinary actions.
• Conduct physical security checks to minimize asset loss and maintain CCTV and alarm systems.
• Train new associates in Asset Protection and safety.
• Create and recommend ideas for increased shortage control and fewer accidents.
• Conduct safety inspections and follow up with corrections to ensure safe work environments.
• Reinforce asset protection and safety awareness by attending store meetings.
• Partner with District Team Leaders to ensure the business runs effectively.
• Conduct Operational Risk Assessments per program requirements.
• Use Loss Prevention software to detect policy violations and review reports.
• Coach Team Leaders and Associates about Shrink and Safety awareness.
• Manage shrink and safety through program implementation and policy reinforcement.
• Manage inventory movement and supervise inventory prep, scanning, and reconciliation.

Skills

Sound judgment

Planning & prioritization

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Interviewing/investigation experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Criminal justice degree preferred

Job description

Job Title: District Loss Prevention Manager

Reports to: Regional Loss Prevention Manager

Department: Asset Protection

Exempt Status: Exempt

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.

Ollie’s Associate Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and RX coverage available after 30 days.
• 401K, generous company match with immediate vesting.
• Strong field sales career growth & talent development culture for top performers
• 20% associate discount on all Ollie’s purchases.
• Vast array of voluntary benefits.
• Company Vehicle provided
• Laptop computer
• Cell phone allowance

Position Overview

The District Loss Prevention Manager ensures shrinkage control and improves safety in the stores through proper investigation and training. This position is responsible to provide feedback, guidance and protection for our Team Leaders and Associates. This role has oversight and responsibility for approximately 18-20 store locations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Investigate reports of asset losses, injuries, or harassment to determine proper facts and execute proper disciplinary actions.
• Conduct physical security checks to minimize asset loss and maintain CCTV and Alarm systems.
• Train new associates in the areas of Asset Protection and safety.
• Create and recommend ideas for increased shortage control and fewer accidents
• Conduct safety inspections and follow up with correction of safety issues with stores to ensure safe work environments.
• Reinforce store’s Asset Protection and safety awareness by attending and participating in store meetings.
• Additional responsibilities to be determined as business needs arise.
• Partner and communicate with District Team Leaders to ensure the business runs effectively.
• Conduct Operational Risk Assessments per the program requirements.
• Use Secure Store (Loss Prevention Exception Reporting software) to discover and/or confirm company policy violations and/or fraud in addition to reviewing markdown reports, generic sku, and margin reports.
• Coach/train Team Leaders and Associates about Shrink and Safety awareness.
• Manage Shrink and safety through implementation of company programs and reinforcement of guidelines and policy.
• Manage inventory movement and supervise store Inventory preparation, Inventory scanning, and reconciliation process.
• Complete any additional responsibilities and/or duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Higher education, including two- and four-year degrees related to criminal justice preferred.
• Minimum of three years of experience in loss prevention in a retail service-oriented business, or demonstration of skills and learning through an internal development program and selection process.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Efficient planning, prioritization and implementation of detailed instructions.
• Ability to learn and communicate new information and processes to all associates within company standards.
• Outstanding interpersonal and listening skills.
• Prior interviewing/investigation certification such as WZ or Reid

Physical Requirements

• Travel within assigned district, some overnight travel required;
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods;
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle with a valid state issued license;
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs;
• Must have the ability to operate a motor vehicle and have a valid state issued license;
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

Locations

• Mississippi - Natchez, Hattiesburg, Gulfport, Brandon, Jackson, Pascagoula, Vicksburg
• Florida - Niceville, Pensacola
• Alabama - Semmes, Tillman's Corner

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, national origin, age, veteran’s status, disability, or any other legally protected status.