Site Security Manager

DHL Supply Chain; Memphis (TN); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain, a world‑leading logistics provider, seeks a Security Manager to oversee contract security personnel and ensure 24‑hour protection of people and property at the warehouse location.

Responsibilities include managing security budgets, enforcing procedures, coordinating with law enforcement, and developing emergency response plans to minimize loss and protect assets across facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Three to five years of security, loss prevention, law enforcement, and/or military experience required.
• One to three years of supervisory experience in security preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages a team of security personnel and the security vendor relationship.
• Establishes procedures that come under the Security Force and updates manuals when needed.
• Coordinate security for special functions and manage security budgets and billings.
• Inspects facilities for protection from intruders, fire hazards, and vandalism; enforces access control and badge procedures.
• Maintains coordination with local law enforcement and state agencies; administers incident reporting and investigations.

Skills

Security management

Leadership

Team supervision

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Would you like to join the Logistics Company for the World?Have you often wondered how products get from point A to point B? DHL Supply Chain does just that.

Become an essential part of everyday life, by contributing to an organization that is Connecting People and Improving Lives. If you have a passion for people, a desire to problem-solve,and eagerness to pursue continuous improvement opportunities… we look forward to exploringcareer possibilities with you!

Job Description

The Security Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating and directing contract security employees and the performance of security functions in the warehouse / distribution location. The Security Manager schedules the contract Security Officers to provide 24-hour protection to protect the company, employees, guests and property from fire, theft, intruders, vandalism and other situations which endanger the well-being of the employees or property of each facility. Influences, advises and guides all departments in the facility regarding security regulations and procedures. Develops emergency procedures, responds to incidents, and resolves problems or requests assistance of local authorities. Administers site loss prevention program, including monitoring building access and security systems.

• Manages a team of security personnel (Contract Security), as well as the security vendor relationship.
• Establishes, institutes and enforces approved procedures that come under the jurisdiction of the Security Force. Recommends modifications in security regulations when necessary. Assists in updating and maintaining security regulations manuals.
• Coordinate security for any special functions that may occur in the facility.
• Administrative duties as required: maintenance of Security budgets, security billings, memos to employees and other departments, purchase orders, etc.
• Inspects buildings and grounds to ensure protection from intruders, fire hazards, theft, and vandalism. Ensures compliance with standard operating procedures regarding restriction of access and badge authentication.
• Ensure proper maintenance of all physical security equipment: radios, alarms, CCTV, uniforms, etc. Act as liaison with all supply vendors.
• Advises site operations staff regarding safety, security, and quality assurance issues; makes appropriate recommendations for correction and/or escalates as appropriate.
• Maintains liaison with local law enforcement and state agencies.
• Acts as subject matter expert on site systems related to inventory movement and associated functions that can cause loss. Manages usage of all physical security programs and processes within site, including physical alarm systems, CCTV, and supporting programs of each.
• Conducts security awareness and training to operational staff.
• Investigates disturbances and alarm activations and in the event of an emergency, takes charge of policing to maintain order, safety and to protect property.
• Develop in-house shortage control program to include inspection and procedural self-audit programs. This to include weekly audits of all warehouse locations and monthly status reports on audit outcomes to the VP-Corporate Loss Prevention and Security.
• Partner with Americas Security Team to ensure compliance with corporate policies and regulatory statutes. Actively participates in continuing education and motivation of associates to achieve company, customer, and overall loss prevention goals.
• Completes accurate reporting related to internal and external investigations.
• Conducts safety, security, and procedural incident investigations and audits. Contacts Americas Security Team as appropriate.
• Stays abreast of investigative and interviewing techniques and procedures and maintains positive interaction with local law enforcement agencies to assist in common loss prevention goals.
• Responds to and investigates all instances of reported and suspected associate dishonesty; conducts interviews in partnership with Human Resources and Americas Security Team as applicable.
• Ensures that site(s) are in compliance with customer commercial risk and security requirements.
• Partners with customer representative to complete required risk and security assessments.
• Ensures that site(s) Business Continuity Plans (BCP) / Contingency Plans include risk and security requirements.

Required Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in related field, preferred
• Three to five years of security, loss prevention, law enforcement, and/or military experience, required
• One to three years of supervisory experience in a security environment, preferred

Our Organization has a business casual environment and focuses on teamwork, associate development, training, and continuous improvement. We offer competitive wages, excellent affordable insurance benefits (including health, dental, vision and life), 401K plan, paid vacation and holidays.

Our Organization is an equal opportunity employer.