LOSS PREVENTION SPECIALIST

GMT LLC; Caguas (PR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Retirement Plan (401K)

Vacation Days

Sick days

Holiday Days

Job summary

GMT LLC is seeking a Loss Prevention Manager to oversee security within our warehouse and distribution operations. You will conduct audits, implement loss prevention policies, and coordinate with law enforcement and vendors to mitigate theft and inventory discrepancies.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in security or criminal justice, with strong analytical and communication skills. Flexibility for non-traditional hours and emergencies is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Previous experience in loss prevention, security management, or related field required, preferably within the warehouse or distribution industry.
• Strong understanding of inventory control procedures, shrink reduction strategies, and loss prevention techniques.
• Proficiency in surveillance systems, alarm technologies, and other security tools and software.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to identify patterns, trends, and anomalies in data.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact confidently with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and thoroughness in all aspects of work.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Flexibility to work non-traditional hours and respond to emergencies or incidents as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular audits and inspections of warehouse facilities to identify potential security vulnerabilities and areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement comprehensive loss prevention policies, procedures, and protocols in alignment with company goals and industry best practices.
• Utilize surveillance systems, alarm technologies, and other security measures to monitor and mitigate risks related to theft, shrinkage, and inventory discrepancies.
• Collaborate with warehouse management and staff to provide training on loss prevention awareness, procedures, and protocols.
• Investigate incidents of theft, fraud, or other security breaches, documenting findings and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• Maintain accurate records and reports related to loss prevention activities, including incident reports, investigation summaries, and inventory audits.
• Coordinate with external law enforcement agencies, security vendors, and other third-party partners as needed to support loss prevention efforts.
• Stay informed about emerging trends, technologies, and regulations in the field of loss prevention and security, recommending updates and enhancements to existing programs as appropriate.

Skills

Loss prevention

Security management

Inventory control

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field

Tools

Surveillance systems

Alarm technologies

Security software

Job description

GMT was founded in 1986, we are dedicated to the sale and distribution of chilled, frozen food and dry goods.

• Conduct regular audits and inspections of warehouse facilities to identify potential security vulnerabilities and areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement comprehensive loss prevention policies, procedures, and protocols in alignment with company goals and industry best practices.
• Utilize surveillance systems, alarm technologies, and other security measures to monitor and mitigate risks related to theft, shrinkage, and inventory discrepancies.
• Collaborate with warehouse management and staff to provide training on loss prevention awareness, procedures, and protocols.
• Investigate incidents of theft, fraud, or other security breaches, documenting findings and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• Maintain accurate records and reports related to loss prevention activities, including incident reports, investigation summaries, and inventory audits.
• Coordinate with external law enforcement agencies, security vendors, and other third-party partners as needed to support loss prevention efforts.
• Stay informed about emerging trends, technologies, and regulations in the field of loss prevention and security, recommending updates and enhancements to existing programs as appropriate.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Previous experience in loss prevention, security management, or related field required, preferably within the warehouse or distribution industry.
• Strong understanding of inventory control procedures, shrink reduction strategies, and loss prevention techniques.
• Proficiency in surveillance systems, alarm technologies, and other security tools and software.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to identify patterns, trends, and anomalies in data.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact confidently with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and thoroughness in all aspects of work.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Flexibility to work non-traditional hours and respond to emergencies or incidents as needed.

As a regular employee GMT can offer you:

• Medical Plan with employer contribution
• Retirement Plan (401K)
• Vacation Days
• Sick days
• Holiday Days

GMT LLC. is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law