Asset Protection Manager - Putnam, Ct

Schedule: Must be flexible for all shifts. Based on the needs of the business.

Staples is business to business. You’re what binds us together.

Our supply chain team is dedicated to meeting our customers’ needs both now and in the future. By pairing innovative technology with dynamic employees, we create smarter, more efficient ways to meet our customers’ needs faster. Our network of distribution, fulfillment, fleet, furniture installation and professional teams work together in fun and safe environments to deliver state-of-the-art products, services, and expertise to our customers.

What you’ll be doing:

• Ensures appropriate internal risk controls are in place through the application of programs including data analysis, audits, training, and investigations.
• Oversee investigations, interviews, and incident management system (case disposition, prosecution, restitution, etc.)
• Implement programs designed to improve overall safe working conditions for the associates and reduce worker’s compensation costs.
• Manages the WC claims process, in the field, and ensures compliance to the Return-to-Work efforts.
• Managing first responder and critical response programs.
• Supervises the operation of contractual security guard services.
• Manages Asset Protection initiatives and programs in Supply Chain locations related to inventory loss, theft, and fraud.
• Travel expectation up to 50%
• Manages the Asset Protection Associate teams responsible for front line security in FCs and other locations including, hiring, training, evaluating, and making discipline decisions.
• Works with Risk Management to analyze accident data and develop corrective action strategies.
• Manages programs related to Physical Security including security systems (CCTV, Access Control, burglar alarm protection) and the C-TPAT program.
• Manage workplace violence mitigation programs.
• Participate as vital team member on major company projects.

What you bring to the table:

• Ensures compliance to safety regulatory compliance, and training.
• Strong background in shrink reduction and inventory integrity strategies, and internal and external investigations.
• Understanding of physical security processes, access control, CCTV systems, emergency and critical response procedures, and safety and awareness programs.
• Strong interpersonal, supervisory, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Applies best practices, standards, and processes to achieve effective system operations, efficiencies, and savings.
• Experience managing others, handling workplace violence incidents, safety incidents and building evacuations.

Qualifications :

What’s needed- Basic Qualifications

• Strong preference for certifications in Wicklander, OSHA 10-hour, and AED/CPR, LPC, LPQ, etc.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Experience in the successful implementation of Loss Prevention/Shortage/Fraud Control Programs.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive loss prevention experience with supervisory responsibilities.

We Offer:

• Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups
• Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more!
• Flexible PTO (22 days) and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays)

Interested in joining the team? Check out our perks and benefits !