Sr Manager Asset Protection, SCAP Strategy

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Position Purpose:

The Senior Manager of Strategy ensures alignment across asset protection and the business, fosters innovation, and manages strategic risks to support the organization’s mission and long-term objectives.  To lead the development, execution, and refinement of strategic initiatives that drive sustainable growth, operational efficiency, and competitive advantage. 

Key Responsibilities:

• 30% Identify findings from data and make actionable verbal/written recommendations to business partners regarding AP programs (shrink/theft/fraud reduction and safety/regulatory compliance) to drive improved performance.
• 10% Successfully integrate with Store/DC Operations to ensure proactive approaches for AP programs (shrink/theft/fraud reduction and safety/regulatory compliance) are taken within the development of new company initiatives.
• 20% Responsible for hiring, training, evaluating, mentoring, and disciplining Asset Protection associates within the enterprise (within direct reporting)
• 20% Regularly scheduled site visits with all direct reports; specific store/DC visits prioritized based on individual store performance measurements.
• 20% Follow up, accountability, and communication to include reviewing progress related to the timely execution of game plans partners and direct reports; conduct store/DC walks to monitor identified deficient areas; participate in and conduct staff meetings with direct reports and business partners.

Direct Manager/Direct Reports:

• This position reports to the Director (s) of Asset Protection
• Accountable for direct supervision of the work activities of others. In addition to personnel issues -- including selection, termination, performance appraisal and professional development of subordinates.

Travel Requirements:

• Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Physical Requirements:

• Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.

Working Conditions:

• Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be eighteen years of age or older.
• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications:

• No additional qualifications

Minimum Education:

• The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.

Preferred Education:

• Strategic Planning & Development:  Lead the creation of long-term strategic plans aligned with business goals by collaborating with senior leadership to define and refine the company’s strategic direction.
• Business Analysis & Insights:  Conduct deep-dive analyses using internal and external data to inform decision-making.  Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for leadership teams.
• Thought Leadership & Innovation:  Champion innovative thinking across Asset Protection and facilitate strategic workshops and brainstorming sessions
• .Cross-Functional Collaboration: Align strategy across departments such as Finance, Engineering, Operations, and Asset Protection and Logistics.  Ensure consistent communication and execution of strategic initiatives.
• Performance & Risk Management:  Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure strategic success.  Continuously evaluate and optimize strategic processes for efficiency and impact A.

Minimum Years of Work Experience:

• 6

Preferred Years of Work Experience:

• No additional years of experience

Minimum Leadership Experience:

• None

Preferred Leadership Experience:

• None

Certifications:

• None

Competencies:

• Strong understanding of Asset Protection, Operations and/or field knowledge
• Proven track record in managing projects
• Ability to influence others cross-functionally
• Strong qualitative, analytic and business accumen skills
• Strong written/oral communication skills