Specialist, Asset Protection & Safety | Columbus

Lululemon; Groveport (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health benefits

Dental benefits

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Development courses

Job summary

lululemon Athletica Inc. is seeking an Asset Protection & Safety Specialist in Columbus to support a safe, secure, and compliant workplace across distribution centers.

The role involves incident response, inspections, training, and risk mitigation across access points and floor operations. Responsibilities include executing AP&S programs, responding to incidents, conducting safety inspections, supporting CCTV & access control, and partnering with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in Asset Protection, Safety, Security, Loss Prevention, Operations, or a related field.
• Knowledge of workplace safety, security, incident response, and risk mitigation practices.
• Ability to obtain required safety training and certifications applicable to the role and jurisdiction.
• First Aid, CPR, and AED certification, or willingness to obtain certification.
• Experience with CCTV, access control, alarm monitoring, incident reporting systems, and related technologies.
• Experience supporting investigations, incident response, emergency situations, or security operations considered an asset.
• Ability to assess risk, exercise sound judgment, de-escalate situations, and remain calm during emergencies or critical incidents.
• Strong communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience in a fulfillment, distribution, warehouse, manufacturing, retail, or security environment preferred.
• Ability to meet attendance requirements
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs frequently
• Ability to maintain a safe work environment
• Flexible and adaptable with schedule which would include weekends, nights, working some required holidays, with occasional after-hours requirements and overtime
• Must be able to understand, speak, and read English with sufficient proficiency to follow safety and other policies, trainings, and instructions. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Within Global Fulfillment AP&S, Distribution Centers, the Asset Protection & Safety Specialist supports a safe, secure, and compliant workplace through incident response, investigations, inspections, training, and risk mitigation activities.
• Operating across both access control points and the distribution center floor, this role helps protect people, product, property, and assets while supporting Asset Protection and Safety programs and initiatives.
• Support the execution of Asset Protection and Safety programs and initiatives.
• Respond to safety, security, asset protection, and emergency incidents, taking appropriate action and escalating concerns as required.
• Conduct safety inspections, workplace observations, hazard assessments, facility security checks, and observational patrols to identify risks to people, product, property, and operations.
• Support physical security operations, including access control, visitor management, CCTV monitoring, alarm response, intrusion detection, and restricted-area access.
• Monitor and respond to safety, security, theft, and operational risks to help protect people, product, property, and company assets.
• Support safety, security, and asset protection investigations, including incident documentation, evidence gathering, and follow-up actions.
• Report and document workplace injuries, near misses, safety concerns, security incidents, theft, and policy violations; maintain accurate records and reporting.
• Respond to workplace injuries and provide first aid within the scope of training and certification.
• Support safety, security, emergency response, and compliance training, including onboarding and Safety School.
• Provide coaching and feedback on safe work practices, security awareness, and policy compliance.
• Support emergency preparedness activities, drills, and response efforts.
• Partner with Operations, leaders, vendors, contractors, and cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate safety, security, compliance, and asset protection risks.

Skills

Asset Protection

Safety

Security

Incident response

Communication

First Aid/CPR/AED

MS Office

Bilingual (English + Spanish)

CCTV

Access control

Alarm monitoring

Tools

CCTV

Access control systems

Alarm monitoring

Job description

Specialist, Asset Protection & Safety | Columbus

who we are

lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.

about this team

The Asset Protection & Safety team protects people, product, property, and operations through workplace safety, security, compliance, investigations, and risk management programs. The AP & Safety Specialist supports the day-to-day execution of these programs and partners with operational teams to help maintain a safe, secure, and compliant workplace. Creating safe spaces where our people and business can thrive.

We are hiring for multiple shifts:

Morning - 6AM - 2:30PM
Swing - 2PM - 10:30PM
Overnight - 10PM - 6:30AM

core responsibilities

Within Global Fulfillment AP&S, Distribution Centers, the Asset Protection & Safety Specialist supports a safe, secure, and compliant workplace through incident response, investigations, inspections, training, and risk mitigation activities. Operating across both access control points and the distribution center floor, this role helps protect people, product, property, and assets while supporting Asset Protection and Safety programs and initiatives.

• Support the execution of Asset Protection and Safety programs and initiatives.
• Respond to safety, security, asset protection, and emergency incidents, taking appropriate action and escalating concerns as required.
• Conduct safety inspections, workplace observations, hazard assessments, facility security checks, and observational patrols to identify risks to people, product, property, and operations.
• Support physical security operations, including access control, visitor management, CCTV monitoring, alarm response, intrusion detection, and restricted-area access.
• Monitor and respond to safety, security, theft, and operational risks to help protect people, product, property, and company assets.
• Support safety, security, and asset protection investigations, including incident documentation, evidence gathering, and follow-up actions.
• Report and document workplace injuries, near misses, safety concerns, security incidents, theft, and policy violations; maintain accurate records and reporting.
• Respond to workplace injuries and provide first aid within the scope of training and certification.
• Support safety, security, emergency response, and compliance training, including onboarding and Safety School.
• Provide coaching and feedback on safe work practices, security awareness, and policy compliance.
• Support emergency preparedness activities, drills, and response efforts.
• Partner with Operations, leaders, vendors, contractors, and cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate safety, security, compliance, and asset protection risks.

qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in Asset Protection, Safety, Security, Loss Prevention, Operations, or a related field.
• Knowledge of workplace safety, security, incident response, and risk mitigation practices.
• Ability to obtain required safety training and certifications applicable to the role and jurisdiction.
• First Aid, CPR, and AED certification, or willingness to obtain certification.
• Experience with CCTV, access control, alarm monitoring, incident reporting systems, and related technologies.
• Experience supporting investigations, incident response, emergency situations, or security operations considered an asset.
• Ability to assess risk, exercise sound judgment, de-escalate situations, and remain calm during emergencies or critical incidents.
• Strong communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience in a fulfillment, distribution, warehouse, manufacturing, retail, or security environment preferred.
• Ability to meet attendance requirements
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs frequently
• Ability to maintain a safe work environment
• Flexible and adaptable with schedule which would include weekends, nights, working some required holidays, with occasional after-hours requirements and overtime
• Must be able to understand, speak, and read English with sufficient proficiency to follow safety and other policies, trainings, and instructions. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

must haves

• Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.
• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
• Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.
• Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
• Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
• Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working.

additional notes

Authorization to work in the United States is required for this role.

Drug Testing Disclaimer:

This position is considered safety-sensitive. Therefore, per lululemon’s U.S. Pre-Employment Drug Testing Policy (Distribution Centers), all candidates who receive a conditional job offer for this position must undergo a 10-Panel drug test. A failed drug test or refusal to take or complete the drug test will result in withdrawal of the conditional job offer.

compensation and benefits package

Typical Hiring Range: $22.95 - $25.50/hour, subject to minimum wage in the location

Target Bonus: 5%

Total Target Base Pay Range: $24.10 - $26.78/hour

Additional Shift Premiums:$1.00, depending on location

lululemon’s compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional team performance. The base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. As part of our offerings, employees are eligible for our compensation bonus program, subject to program eligibility requirements.

At lululemon, investing in our people is a top priority. We believe that when life works, work works. We strive to be the place where inclusive leaders come to develop and enable all to be well. Recognizing our teams for their performance and dedication, other components of our total rewards offerings include support of career development, wellbeing, and personal growth

Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans

Paid time off

Savings and retirement plan matching

Parenthood top-up

Extensive catalog of development course offerings

People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)

Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.

Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. Lululemon is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, state or provincial and local laws and ordinances. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, discipline, transfer, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. While management is primarily responsible for seeing that Lululemon equal employment opportunity policies are implemented, you share in the responsibility for assuring that, by your personal actions, the policies are effective.

lululemon is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you would like someone from our team to contact you for individualized support, email us at [e-mail] . In your email, please include the position title, the location of the position and the nature of your request.