DIV ASSET PROTECTION ASSISTANT MANAGER

Kroger Great Lakes Distribution Center; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Discounts on purchases

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A national retail grocery distribution center is looking for an Asset Protection Manager in Westerville, Ohio. Key responsibilities include managing high-risk investigations, training district managers, and overseeing asset protection initiatives. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in retail asset protection or relevant fields, along with strong communication and consultation skills. This role offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional growth within the company.

Qualifications

• 3+ years multi-store format retail asset protection or equivalent experience.
• High integrity and sound business judgment.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal and external investigations and audits.
• Assist in developing district Asset Protection managers.
• Manage reports to identify preemptive opportunities.

Skills

Operational skills

Consultation skills

Problem-resolution skills

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Collaboration and influence

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Enterprise systems knowledge

CPP or CFI Certification

Wicklander Certification

Job description

Execute company standards and initiatives within the division to reduce asset loss. Support division goals, strategies and action plans for implementation of company/division Asset Protection (AP) initiatives. Coach and train district coordinators in all aspects of asset protection. Identify division AP initiatives in collaboration with corporate and division Operations management and identify trends for such initiatives. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead directly assigned high-risk district AP manager(s) on internal and external investigations, audits, AP training programs, physical security and capital improvement expenditures
• Assist with development and coaching of all other district AP managers
• Manage activity, reports and technology to identify potential opportunities and take preemptive actions in Direct Store Delivery (DSD), Reclaim, Warehouse, Computer Assisted Ordering (CAO) and Center Store shrink
• Lead roll-out activities for development and implementation of all division asset protection related programs and initiatives

  Qualifications

  Minimum

  • 3+ years multi-store format retail asset protection or equivalent experience (shrink, operations, etc.)
  • Excellent operational, consultation and problem-resolution skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Strong presentation, oral and written communication skills
  • High integrity, demonstrated sound business judgment and ability to maintain confidential information
  • Success collaborating/influencing across all organizational levels

  Desired

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 3+ years multi-store format retail asset protection experience
  • Knowledge of enterprise systems: FCB, CAO, CAO Plus, SON, KCMS, E-40, Quick Applications
  • CPP or CFI Certification
  • Wicklander Certification

  Job Info

  • Job Identification 179889
  • Job Category Asset Protection
  • Posting Date 03/06/2026, 06:32 PM
  • Locations 4111 Executive Pkwy, Westerville, OH, 43081, US (On-site)

  The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

  – A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
  – Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
  – Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching.
  – Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
  – Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
  – Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

  From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into what today is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.
  Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.
  Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!