Loss Prevention Specialist

Loss Prevention Specialist

The Loss Prevention Specialist is responsible for protecting company assets by helping reduce shrink, theft, fraud, safety risks, and operational losses. This position supports store leadership through investigations, monitoring, training, and compliance efforts while promoting a safe and secure environment for customers and employees. The Loss Prevention Specialist works closely with management teams to identify risks, investigate incidents, and implement strategies that improve overall asset protection performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor store operations to identify potential theft, fraud, and loss prevention concerns.
• Conduct audits and inspections to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Review inventory discrepancies and assist in identifying root causes of shrink.
• Support initiatives designed to reduce operational losses and improve profitability.
• Observe and document suspicious activity involving customers, vendors, or employees.

Investigations:

• Conduct thorough and professional investigations related to theft, fraud, policy violations, and workplace incidents.
• Gather, document, and preserve evidence in accordance with company guidelines.
• Prepare accurate reports detailing investigative findings and recommendations.
• Partner with store leadership, Human Resources, and other departments during investigations.
• Assist law enforcement and provide information when appropriate and authorized.

Safety & Compliance:

• Promote a culture of safety by identifying hazards and recommending corrective actions.
• Ensure adherence to company security standards and loss prevention programs.
• Monitor compliance with cash handling, receiving, inventory control, and operational procedures.
• Support accident investigations and maintain required documentation.
• Assist stores in maintaining emergency preparedness and security protocols.

Training & Development:

• Educate employees on loss prevention awareness and company policies.
• Provide coaching related to safety, security, and shrink reduction best practices.
• Support management teams in developing action plans to address identified risks.
• Reinforce ethical standards and encourage a culture of accountability.

Partnership & Communication:

• Build positive working relationships with store leadership and associates.
• Communicate findings, trends, and opportunities for improvement to management.
• Support district and regional asset protection objectives.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous retail, asset protection, security, investigative, or law enforcement experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, observational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and other business systems.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to frequently move throughout store locations.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to travel between assigned locations as required.
• Ability to view and analyze surveillance footage and other investigative materials.

Core Competencies:

• Integrity and Ethics
• Attention to Detail
• Investigative Skills
• Risk Assessment
• Accountability
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Problem Solving
• Conflict Resolution
• Safety Awareness

Work Environment:

The Loss Prevention Specialist works in a retail environment and may divide time between sales floors, receiving areas, offices, and other operational locations. The role requires frequent interaction with employees, customers, vendors, and management while maintaining a professional and customer-focused approach to asset protection.

About Us:

Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey! Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw's, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson's Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico's Community Markets, King's, Balducci's, and Albertson's Market Street. Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company's success. Bring your flavor Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process. Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io(option #4).