Area LP Manager

Ulta Beauty • Houston, TX

136d • $77,600 - $109,000

About The Position

Be a part of an exceptional team that leads company shrink mitigation and safety initiatives while keeping our Guests, Associates, and Communities at the center of everything they do. The face of retail is constantly changing, and this agile team is at the forefront of the latest Loss Prevention technology and analytical tools that help protect company assets every day. Through operational excellence, innovation, and collaboration, the Loss Prevention team is exceptional at quickly designing and implementing innovative new solutions for diverse Loss Prevention challenges while simultaneously building strong partnerships across Human Resources, Stores Operations, Supply Chain, and Compliance teams. Do you enjoy investigating company profitability opportunities? Are you a proactive critical thinker who loves executing a strategic business plan? Then consider joining the Loss Prevention team today!

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Wicklander-Zulawski Interviewing Certificate and CFI (Certified Forensic Interviewer) a plus.
• Minimum three (3) years experience in Loss Prevention and in a retail environment; multi-store experience is preferred.
• Strong business relationship skills.
• Exceptional written, verbal, electronic communication, and presentation skills.
• Elevated level of confidentiality and superior organization skills with attention to detail.
• Solid analytical skills: able to identify trends to help drive sales, and business plans and support operational initiatives that directly correlate with shrink.
• Must be comfortable working independently, able to multi-task, be flexible with change, and prioritize the needs of the business.
• Ability to make appropriate decisions in complex and stressful situations.
• Ability to travel locally and overnight as needed.
• Good working knowledge of current technology and its application to the role (EAS, Burglar Alarms, CCTV, Kronos, case management software, exception-based reporting etc.)

Responsibilities

• Educating and training all levels of store management and associates in programs and methods for protecting inventory, cash, equipment, and other company assets.
• Investigating evidence of loss using multiple tools and resources and conduct interviews in a timely manner regarding integrity, theft and violation of company policy.
• Providing Store Management and District Managers with recommendations for resolution and improvement.
• Analyzing store exception reporting, inventory reporting, CCTV, incident reporting and other information and trends for further internal and external investigation.
• Partnering with local law enforcement and retail network to drive case resolution.
• Conducting various store audits to assess operational and safety compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Advising and consulting with General Managers on improving results based on store audits.
• Reporting audit findings to District Manager and Corporate Loss Prevention.
• Driving and coordinating Shrink Focus Store program with Store Ops Business Partners.
• Partnering with District Manager, Regional Vice President and Regional Loss Prevention Manager to coordinate and present information to store operations audience including conference calls and regional and district meetings.
• Conducting in store surveillances using Loss Prevention tools including covert, remote and in-store CCTV to identify and escalate potential internal integrity issues, safety concerns, fines, lost sales and activity that affect the business.
• Identifying Loss Prevention equipment issues at store level and installing and maintaining protective equipment as needed.
• Investigating external incidents (i.e. burglary, ORC activity and robbery) and developing action plans for the implementation of preventative measures that will reduce the frequency of the events.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Life and disability benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Health and Personal Care Retailers
• Education Level: High school or GED