Bert Williams Email & Phone Number

South Carolina, United States

Mauldin, Sc

Security Strategy and Implementation● Lead in developing, implementing, and overseeing loss prevention training, programs, initiatives, and security 2.2 million square foot warehouse facility. ● Actively protect $50 million in front-end merchandise, $30 million in perishables and frozen food items. ● Developand update security procedures, system drawings, and related documentation. Training and Oversight ● Partner with management to develop loss prevention training and… Show more Security Strategy and Implementation● Lead in developing, implementing, and overseeing loss prevention training, programs, initiatives, and security 2.2 million square foot warehouse facility. ● Actively protect $50 million in front-end merchandise, $30 million in perishables and frozen food items. ● Developand update security procedures, system drawings, and related documentation. Training and Oversight ● Partner with management to develop loss prevention training and oversight procedures, significantly reducing shrinkage. ● Developand train in-house Asset Protection and Supply Chain Managers and third-party security staff. ● Manage a $2.2 million annual guard budget efficiently to ensure billing accuracy, adjust guard coverage, and successfully meet budget goals. ● Train leadership, management, and employees on active shooter procedures, plans, and leadership de-escalation procedures. Investigations & Audits ● Successfully investigated large volume internal cases, identified the root cause of theft, and reduced it by 65-70%; prepared recommendations to HR and Law Enforcement on a case-by-case basis. ● Create and implement supply chain physical security assessment and operational compliance audit for the supply chain. ● Achieve acorporate audit score of 98% for security operations. Safety Responsibilities ● Manageemergency procedures and response plans. ● Inspect occupational injuries and property damage. ● Share training materials to ensure safe practices in the workplace. ● Ensure compliance with safety standards. ● Resolve minor issues at various buildings and report notes for future occurrences. Physical Security Systems ● Reviewend-to-end video security and access control on Avigilon. ● Play a pivotal role in the installation of the access control system and weapons detection, enabling the company to deny access to threats, and implement instant lockdown procedures. Show less

Spartanburg Sc

Security Development and Implementation ● Promoted to develop loss prevention strategies for a new 1.2 million square foot warehouse facility, securing over $58 million in inventory. ● Updatedsecurity documentation and procedures to enhance facility protection. Training and Oversight ● Drovea 60%reduction in shrinkage through strategic training programs. ● Manageandtrain eighteen third-party security personnel, optimizing performance and compliance. ● Administered a… Show more Security Development and Implementation ● Promoted to develop loss prevention strategies for a new 1.2 million square foot warehouse facility, securing over $58 million in inventory. ● Updatedsecurity documentation and procedures to enhance facility protection. Training and Oversight ● Drovea 60%reduction in shrinkage through strategic training programs. ● Manageandtrain eighteen third-party security personnel, optimizing performance and compliance. ● Administered a $1.2 million/yr. security budget, achieving significant underspending (30+%) in 2013-2014. Investigations & Compliance ● Successfully led over one hundred internal theft investigations, significantly curbing losses. ● Partof corporate audit team ensuring security compliance across 9+ facilities, achieving a 99.5% audit score. ● Coordinated inventory discrepancies and DEA to investigations for pharmaceuticals. Crisis Management ● Provided strategic and tactical support during potential labor disputes at the Poca (WV) Distribution Center, enhancing security protocols. Technical Proficiency ● Over a decade of expertise in video security systems including CCTV, Access Control, and Intrusion Detection. Show less

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

Facility Security & Compliance: 2/2009– 1/2016 ● Oversaw security for over $46 million in inventory across a 1.3 million square foot facility and off-site locations, improving site security and reducing shrink. ● Achieved perfect internal audit scores for three consecutive years. Investigative Oversight: ● Investigated pharmaceutical shortages ensuring compliance with DEA regulations and implementing corrective actions. ● Monitored third-party logistics for… Show more Facility Security & Compliance: 2/2009– 1/2016 ● Oversaw security for over $46 million in inventory across a 1.3 million square foot facility and off-site locations, improving site security and reducing shrink. ● Achieved perfect internal audit scores for three consecutive years. Investigative Oversight: ● Investigated pharmaceutical shortages ensuring compliance with DEA regulations and implementing corrective actions. ● Monitored third-party logistics for irregularities. ● Achieved perfect internal audit scores for three consecutive years. Show less

Concord, North Carolina, United States

• Directed all Loss Prevention responsibilities and procedures • Initiated investigations and interviews when losses occurred • Managed and maximized weekly 226 loss protection hours • Responsible for hiring and training of LP team to include risk management and employee awareness • Four System exception base reporting • Performed background checks with ATF prior to firearm purchases • Conducted OSHA safety audits; and reviewed/confirmed 4473 firearm sales for customers

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

• Directed and upheld the corporate security measures for eight stores • Partnered with District and Store Managers to ensure security programs were executed consistently, accurately, and effectively • Fostered a high level of internal theft awareness among store team members • Responsible for LP training and initiated investigations when losses occurred