Retail AP/EHS Manager

Advance-Auto-Parts; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Advance Auto Parts is seeking an AP/EHS Manager to lead safety, security, and loss prevention across assigned markets. You will partner with the VP Operations to drive shrink reduction, safety performance, and inventory excellence, while auditing operations and coaching store teams.

You will investigate incidents, communicate trends to operators, and coordinate with Risk/Claims to reduce hazards, with up to 60% overnight travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• Experience in asset protection, loss prevention or risk management.
• OSHA/VPP experience is a plus and relevant certifications are favored.

Responsibilities

• Lead AP/EHS programs to protect stores, people, and assets.
• Manage shrink, safety metrics, and inventory controls across markets.
• Investigate fraud/policy abuse and conduct routine audits.
• Communicate loss and safety trends to operators and leadership.
• Oversee property protection controls including CCTV and alarms.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Conflict management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job DescriptionSummary:The Retail Asset Protection & Environmental Health and Safey Manager (AP/EHS Manager) reports directly to the Director of AP/EHS. They are an integral member of the retail leadership team for the market they cover and are responsible for leading the efforts that ensure the safety and security of our stores for both TMs and customers. The AP/EHS Manager is responsible for risk mitigation, planning and providing real-time support and communication should security breaches and/or critical events arise. They are accountable for controlling and managing their respective market’s shrink, safety performance, inventory management metrics and fraud/abuse. This position requires the ability to influence, teach, coach and train others. In addition, the AP/EHS Manager is responsible for ensuring operational and procedural compliance, auditing, conducting investigations, managing, and proposing solutions to mitigate losses as well as presenting findings to leadership. Core duties and responsibilities of the position are outlined below:Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Implement strategy in partnership with Vice President of Operations (VPO) to execute programs which support areas of safety, profitability, and inventory excellence.Manage VPO territory Shrink and Outlier Program to include analyzing trends, determining root cause, devising improvement strategies, and providing recommendations to address opportunities and gaps in execution.Participate in Regional and District visits and calls as necessary, to strengthen partnerships and improve the overall awareness of the AP/EHS Department’s efforts and initiatives.Assist with property protection controls, including fire protection, CCTV, burglar alarm, safes, and locks/keys.Perform comprehensive audits of assigned market to analyze business operations and ensure policy and procedural compliance.Effectively communicate loss and safety trends to operatorsConduct investigations/interviews related to fraud/policy abuse or other losses to the organization.Partner with AAP’s Risk and Claims staff to address specific along with current and long-term claims trends to reduce the frequency and severity of identified hazards.Use of Secure Store exception-based reporting software to identify areas of loss or exposure within the company.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:This position requires a high degree of organization and detail.Strong partnership, interpersonal and collaboration skillsStrong business and financial acumenProficient knowledge of accepted internal investigation processes and methodologies in a retail environmentExcellent verbal and written communication skills required.Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word & PowerPoint)Must be self-motivated with highly effective time management skills.Must have solid conflict management skills with the ability to work alone in stressful situations.Ability to work nights, evenings, and weekends appropriate to retail business needs.Recommended Experience/TrainingAsset Protection/Loss PreventionOSHA VPP experience a plusRetail operations – multi unit experience preferredCFI/CFE/LPQ/LPCMinimum Requirements:Bachelor’s Degree (B.A) from four-year college or university; or two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experienceWicklander-Zulawski certified (or obtain within 3 months of hire)Other Qualifications: ·Up to 60% overnight travel may be required to complete the requirements associated with this position.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.California Residents click below for Privacy Notice:https://jobs.advanceautoparts.com/us/en/disclosures