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Columbia, Pa, Us

Columbia, Pa, Us

- Responsible for Loss Prevention efforts for half of the US market in PA, DE, OH, IN, MA, and ME, including 40+ travel plazas, each containing numerous national brands like Burger King, Dunkin, Starbucks, Roy Rogers, etc.- Utilize exception-based reporting software to analyze financial reports and inventory systems for 7 different POS systems to ensure operational integrity, identify exception trends, and minimize loss exposure.- Identify training, development, and loss prevention opportunities.- Initiate, conduct, interview, and manage internal theft and fraud investigations.-Develop and implement strategies, programs, and training to reduce loss exposure as well as safeguard life and property.- Execute and propose changes to the Loss Prevention Audit program.- Perform internal and external threat assessments, training, and investigations.- Establish and nurture a collaborative relationship with Operations and Human Resources to ensure company policies are upheld.- Liaison with law enforcement as needed.

Burlington, Nj, Us

- Responsible for the implementation of the company’s Asset Protection, Shortage Control, and Safety programs in a 10 store high shrink market.- Managed Shortage Control staffing for all store locations in the district.- Conducted and managed internal and external investigations, internal investigation interviewing, external apprehension programs, audits, shortage reduction programs and system controls.- Worked closely with District and Store Management, Human Resources, Legal, and Operations on all relevant Asset Protection and Shortage Control matters.- Monitored and maintained physical security controls and systems for all assigned locations including CCTV, burglar and fire alarms, electronic article surveillance, and emergency systems, etc.- Contributed to the development of the Asset Protection program, provided direction and leadership in initiating new programs, and managed training and awareness programs for store teams.- Audited the Financial, Merchandising and Operations divisions of assigned locations and provided focused and actionable analysis of results.- Promoted a culture that embraces change in a results-driven, high energy environment.

Hudson, Oh, Us

- Responsible for all Asset Protection functions in the Northeast region, which ranged from 174 to 198 store locations with a combined annual sales volume of between $402 million and $520 million.- Exceeded overall company shrink goal and specific region shrink goal for 2 consecutive years by placing 2nd out of 5 regions both fiscal years.- Performed analysis and research utilizing various exception-based reporting systems and Agilence for the investigation and resolution of all internal and external theft cases in assigned locations.- Promoted and expanded training and shrink awareness to store, district, and regional teams by managing programs and initiatives intended to drive shrink improvement; built effective cross-functional business relationships.- Encouraged the use of ThinkLP as a reporting tool for stores to communicate issues requiring follow-up.- Provided expertise on P&L lines related to loss to drive operational improvement; consistently reduced profit-draining cash losses.- Focused on minimizing inventory shrinkage and documenting the losses appropriately.- Created company-wide Asset Protection Newsletters to call attention to trends and activities causing shrink.- Proposed and assisted in the creation of a centralized location on Joann's intranet site for all Asset Protection materials for reference purposes.

Houston, Texas, Us

- Responsible for all loss prevention functions across 4 distinct brands, including a total of 378 to 502 Jos. A. Banks, Men’s Wearhouse, Moore’s and K&G Fashion Superstore locations in the Northeastern United States and Eastern Canada.- Provided leadership of company’s field LP program; assisted in leading 2 RLPM positions based in CA and IL.- Consistently out-performed peers with internal case or policy violation generation for 5 consecutive years.- Provided information and insight to Executive Committee on matters related to civil unrest activities.- Proposed and drafted LP Standard Operating Procedures for K&G division in FY 2018- Edited and assisted in the creation of a LP Audit to address key LP and operational concerns- Created and implemented new electronic safe procedures to reduce cash loss.- Built effective and positive relationships with all Store Managers, Regional Managers, VPs and corporate support teams. - Provided consultation and support in the identification and resolution of loss prevention issues. - Conducted analysis of key indicators to identify loss, compliance issues or fraud.- Coordinated field investigations and ensured successful resolution.- Utilized Aspect and other proprietary reporting tools to investigate and resolve internal theft and policy violations.

- Responsible for implementing loss prevention programs across 17 retail grocery stores and 9 convenience stores throughout central and eastern Pennsylvania.- Supervised, trained and mentored a staff of 3 full time Regional Loss Prevention Agents.- Completed audits to ensure LP and operational accountability.- Communicated with store management teams on shrink topics.- Interviewed dishonest employees.- Performed external theft detection and detention; organized blitz teams when necessary- Provided rotational overnight supervisory security alarm call coverage across entire company (44 grocery stores and 18 convenience stores).

Plano, Texas, Us

- Responsible for loss prevention efforts within 2 stores with approximately $50 million annual volume.- Recruited, hired and trained staff of 4 Loss Prevention Specialists.- Provided leadership to each store’s shrink and safety programs, to ensure compliance with set operational procedures.- Mentored LP team on surveillance, detention and processing related to external theft cases.- Assisted Store Managers in training employees on LP and safety issues.

Robesonia, Pennsylvania, Us

- Responsible for loss prevention efforts within all 7 company-owned grocery stores with an approximate annual volume of $80 million.- Interviewed dishonest employees and recommended dispositions.- Administered audits and initiated correction of store operations.- Assisted in the creation and completion of Pharmacy Schedule II Narcotic audits.- Trained store management on effective shrink control strategies.- Significantly improved internal and external case productivity.

Bachelor, Criminal Justice

Associate, Criminal Justice

High School Diploma