Asset Protection Agent (Las Vegas, NV)

A&F Stores•Las Vegas, NV

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is based out of our Fashion Show Mall location and supporting stores within the Las Vegas area. The Asset Protection Agent is responsible for the execution of Asset Protection initiatives in assigned locations (2-6 stores), as well as, implementation of shortage reduction programs in high shrink location(s). They will provide in person and remote support to local store management to meet strategic asset protection objectives and effectively leverage business and sales performance as a means for shortage reduction. The agent will also complete AP and Physical Security Audits on a routine basis, perform operational audits of store districts within the Company focusing on sales floor fullness, stockroom organization, health and safety, human resources compliance and customer service. Routine monthly travel to Focus Stores is required to manage the Focus Store program to ensure store compliance, and follow up on sub-standard performers. The agent will participate in store associate training regarding approved Asset Protection procedures and workshops, and commit to the highest degree of professionalism, integrity and customer service. They will conduct surveillance using CCTV and floor techniques to apprehend and deter theft in accordance with the company apprehension policies. The role also involves executing weekly external operations within the assigned market and supporting other external market initiatives when applicable, and participating in coordinated blitz efforts alongside ORC, peer retailers, and other AP Team Members (may require overnight travel). The agent will initiate and support investigations related to Organized Retail Crime while partnering with immediate supervisor, Zone ORC Investigator, and local law enforcement, and prepare case reports covering investigation and case details. Maintaining an effective relationship with store leaders, peer retailers, mall security and local law enforcement partners is crucial, as is representing the company in court proceedings related to external cases. The agent will also initiate investigations related to internal loss, determine sources, and communicate effectively to supervisor. A routine assessment of store operations, pre-shrink indicators, and safety compliance measures through operational audits is expected, as is optimizing inventory accuracy through effective execution and management of physical inventories, store transfer monitoring and OMNI compliance.

Requirements

4-year degree preferred
1-2+ or more years of experience in the Asset Protection field or relevant experience in retail setting
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to evaluate circumstances and make timely decisions based on company apprehension guidelines
Ability to work nights, evenings and weekends appropriate to retail business needs
Must pass a comprehensive background investigation
Must have a reliable means of transportation
Must fulfill physical requirements including standing and walking

Responsibilities

Responsible for the execution of Asset Protection initiatives in assigned locations 2-6 stores, as well as, implementation of shortage reduction programs in high shrink location(s)
Provide in person and remote support to local store management to meet strategic asset protection objectives
Effectively leverage business and sales performance as a means for shortage reduction
Complete AP and Physical Security Audits on a routine basis.
Perform operational audits of store districts within the Company focusing on sales floor fullness, stockroom organization, health and safety, human resources compliance and customer service
Routine monthly travel to Focus Stores. Manage Focus Store program to ensure store compliance, and follow up on sub-standard performers
Participate in store associate training regarding approved Asset Protection procedures and workshops
Commit to the highest degree of professionalism, integrity and customer service
Conduct surveillance using CCTV and floor techniques to apprehend and deter theft in accordance with the company apprehension policies
Execute weekly external operations within the assigned market and support other external market initiatives when applicable
Participate in coordinated blitz efforts alongside ORC, peer retailers, and other AP Team Members (may require overnight travel)
Initiate and support investigations related to Organized Retail Crime while partnering with immediate supervisor, Zone ORC Investigator, and local law enforcement
Prepare case reports covering investigation and case details
Maintain an effective relationship with store leaders, peer retailers, mall security and local law enforcement partners
Represent company in court proceedings related to external cases
Initiate investigations related to internal loss, determine sources, and communicate effectively to supervisor
Routine assessment of store operations, pre-shrink indicators, and safety compliance measures through operational audits
Optimize inventory accuracy through effective execution and management of physical inventories, store transfer monitoring and OMNI compliance.

Benefits

Incentive bonus program
Annual companywide review process
Flexible spending accounts
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Associate assistance program
Paid parental and adoption leave
Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot
Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace
Paid time off
One paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community
Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles and six work from anywhere weeks per year)
Seven associate wellness half days per year
Merchandise discount on all of our brands
Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within
Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups
Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!