Asset Protection Manager

Company Description

AYR Wellness is a publicly traded, multi-state cannabis company with more than 85 dispensaries. We are one of the largest scale producers of high-quality cannabis in the U.S., and our purpose is to be a force for good. People are at the heart of everything we do, and we are passionate about bringing progress and positive changes to our communities, our industry, and our world.   

Our talented and reliable team members are the foundation of our business and investing in exceptional talent is paramount to our success. The key to building a culture where everyone can thrive starts and ends with our teams. Their collective courage and kindness sets AYR apart. Your career growth at AYR is limitless, and we believe in creating an environment where everyone can flourish and win together. 

Job Summary

The Asset Protection Manager oversees the day-to-day physical security operations of all cannabis retail and manufacturing facilities while collaborating closely with leadership from People Operations, Retail, Facilities, and Manufacturing, as well as with security vendors. This role is critical for ensuring the safety and compliance of both retail and production environments, with a strong focus on minimizing risk and optimizing security protocols across an assigned territory.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages the physical security operations for cannabis manufacturing facilities and cannabis retail dispensaries. 
• Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment, inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points. 
• Completes reports by recording observations, information, occurrences and surveillance activities. 
• Maintains environment by monitoring and setting building and equipment controls, including controlling visitor access. 
• Manages the transportation of cannabis and wholesale deliveries. 
• Works with internal business units to develop safety plans consistent with regulatory, compliance and other requirements. 
• Ensures security staff maintain confidentiality regarding proprietary and customer information, as well as other internal matters at all times. 
• Regularly audits all security equipment including but not limited to Access Control, CCTV Systems and alarm systems. 
• Receives off-hour calls and may need to respond to the facilities for security related emergencies. 
• Training and Education: Train retail and manufacturing staff on security procedures, compliance, and loss prevention protocols.
• Incident Management: Investigate incidents of theft, loss, and other security breaches; document findings and work with law enforcement when necessary.
• Reporting and Analysis: Provide regular reports on security incidents, loss metrics, and compliance status to senior management, recommending improvements based on data.
• Vendor Management: Manage relationships with security vendors, including alarm and surveillance companies, and ensure service meets operational needs.

Qualifications

• Ability and willingness to travel frequently within the assigned territory.
• Strong knowledge of loss prevention techniques, security technology, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience in training and guiding teams on security protocols.
• Proficiency in security systems, reporting software, and data analysis.
• Must meet age requirement as outlined by state cannabis agencies. 
• Able to pass all background checks/fingerprinting as required by state cannabis agencies. 
• Able to provide valid badging/credentials as required by state cannabis agencies. 
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required. 
• Must stay current and adhere to all policies and regulations of the state cannabis agencies.  
• Strong attention to detail and situational awareness. 

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, security management, or a related field is preferred.
• Equivalent combination of work/education experience accepted