District Loss Prevention Manager

Orchard Supply Hardware is one of California’s largest hardware and garden retail chains. With a rich heritage dating back to 1931, Orchard began as a farmers’ cooperative in Santa Clara Valley offering supplies to local growers. Based in San Jose, Orchard Supply Hardware is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sears, Roebuck and Co.

Orchard Supply Hardware has an opening for a District Loss Prevention Manager in the San Jose, Millbrae, Foster City, So San Francisco, Mt View, and Redwood City Area.The District Loss Prevention Manager (DLPM) position is responsible for the implementation of Shortage Control, Internal Dishonesty Resolution, Shoplifter Detection and Detention and Safety Programs in their district. The DLPM conducts or is actively involved in company and district level audit programs. The DLPM partners with store and district management to ensure execution of all Loss Prevention programs.Qualifications*Own Shortage Control for their district.*Recruit, hire and train Loss Prevention Leads in their district.*Performs comprehensive store audits in compliance with company level audit procedures. -Review and analysis of activities and records to determine compliance with Company policies and procedures.-Prepare competent and accurate working documents to support audit findings.-Prepare audit reports with appropriate recommendations to improve inventory shrinkage.-Partners with the District Store Manager to ensure all audit action items are executed.*Initiates and conducts confidential investigations involving company assets and associates. Ensures stores compliance with all laws and standards related to safety/ethics. Follows through on all company/district programs designed to create a safe and positive environment for customers and associates. Works closely with District Team accomplishing District/Company goals.*Participates as member of a district management team in the planning, formulating and implementation of the district's missions and goals. Advises district team on matters related to Loss Prevention and Safety.*Plans, prepares, and presents awareness and training meetings for store associates on topics related to shrink reduction and safety.*Performs EAS audits and evaluations, safety inspections, reports and walkthroughs.*Maintains a viable emergency response plan for district.*Takes all measures necessary to detect situations involving associate theft, abuse, or unsafe acts involving company assets, policies, or procedures.*Closely monitors statistical data relating to the districts inventory, accidents, injuries, etc. Monitors compliance with all cash, check, gift card, credit controls and related documentation. Follows up on correcting deficiencies.*Insures that all physical security measures are in place and operational, i.e., EAS, alarms, CCTV, etc.*Participates in all inventory processes in stores; conducts pre-inventory walkthrough of stores.AA Degree in Criminal Justice Administration or equivalent experience required. Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice Administration preferred.2 yr. Loss/Asset Protection experience in a multi-unit retail environment. 2 yr. retail management or equivalent experience. 2 yr. Audit or equivalent experience in monitoring internal control systems. Computer proficient. Able to read and write effective reports and conduct investigations. Public speaking experience. Familiar with CCTV installation, operation and interview techniques.BenefitsIn addition to an outstanding career potential we offer a competitive compensation and benefit package including health, dental, matching 401(k) and employee discount. Please forward a resume to jan.lucas@osh.com

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