District Asset Protection Manager

Albertsons Companies • Arlington, TX

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About The Position

Position Purpose

Provide positive, proactive leadership and direction in Security and Loss
Prevention. Promote practical, effective programs that support a safe shopping
and working environment while protecting company assets. This role prevents
crime and loss through strong policy enforcement, technology, strategies, and
training programs, aligned with Albertsons’ core values and executed in close
partnership with Operations and Division leadership.

Key Accountabilities Leadership, Oversight & Collaboration
Provide supervision and support to Division stores.
Protect customers, associates, and company property by ensuring strong
execution of Loss Prevention programs.
Partner closely with Division Operations and staff to support shrink
reduction, safety, and asset protection initiatives.
Maintain open and effective communication across all levels of the
organization.
Encourage the expression of new ideas, constructive feedback, and continuous
improvement.
Assign tasks, set goals, and supervise associates in alignment with
departmental objectives and core values.
Monitor the development, performance, and training needs of Division Loss
Prevention personnel.
Participate in recruitment, selection, scheduling, promotions, and
compensation decisions for LP associates.
Provide guidance on disciplinary matters related to Loss Prevention
personnel.

Security, Safety & Shrink Control
Monitor in‑store and Distribution Center security programs, recommending
improvements to ensure effectiveness.
Protect company assets from theft, illegal activities, and unauthorized
entry.
Develop and deploy shrink‑reduction and awareness strategies for stores and
distribution facilities.
Identify security issues or vulnerabilities at assigned locations and
implement corrective strategies.
Ensure proper maintenance of security programs and equipment to safeguard
customers, associates, and company assets.
Oversee and support Safety program compliance and recommend improvements
where applicable.
Promote and ensure adherence to Exception Reporting Systems aligned with
division goals.
Oversee Federal wage and hour compliance as it relates to Loss Prevention
oversight.

Investigations & Compliance
Assign, conduct, and supervise internal and external investigations in
collaboration with Labor Relations, Human Resources, and Legal.
Investigate Human Resources matters including harassment, workplace violence,
wage/hour issues, and other sensitive cases.
Document investigation findings and report results to HR and Legal for
further action.
Present facts at unemployment hearings, EEOC investigations, and union
hearings as needed.
Provide expert testimony in civil or criminal litigation when required.
Ensure compliance with all relevant security, loss prevention, and safety
policies throughout the Division.

Audit & Program Management
Conduct retail store audits and prepare reports for management review.
Manage and submit required reports to corporate and division leadership.
Monitor the progress and effectiveness of Loss Prevention and Safety
programs, making recommendations for improvement.
Develop division-level short‑ and long‑range plans for Security and Loss
Prevention.
Implement shrink‑reduction strategies for underperforming or targeted‑shrink
locations.

Cross‑Functional Leadership & External Relations
Act as a liaison to Corporate Counsel, Labor Relations, Human Resources,
Government Agencies, Operations, Law Enforcement, Community Groups, and
Judicial Agencies.
Maintain strong relationships with law enforcement agencies and community
partners to support investigations and crime‑prevention efforts.

Scope Data
Multi‑state responsibility
Urban, suburban, and rural store environments within one Division
May include oversight of Distribution Centers

Requirements

• College degree or equivalent work experience.
• 8+ years of experience as a Loss Prevention Manager or equivalent LP retail leadership.
• Strong knowledge of city, county, and state penal codes, including laws pertaining to shoplifting, arrest procedures, evidence handling, courtroom protocol, and related matters.
• Ability to build, mentor, and elevate a world‑class Loss Prevention team through training, development, and recognition.
• Effective leadership and motivation skills with the ability to work with and through others to drive results.
• Ability to professionally represent the company when interacting with external agencies and legal entities.
• Strong computer skills including Word, Excel, and email systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present effectively to groups.
• Strong interpersonal skills for working with diverse individuals in person and via telephone.
• Strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and the capacity to handle administrative duties.
• Ability to maintain focus in a fast‑paced environment with frequent interruptions.
• Strong multi‑tasking capability.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and support to Division stores.
• Protect customers, associates, and company property by ensuring strong execution of Loss Prevention programs.
• Partner closely with Division Operations and staff to support shrink reduction, safety, and asset protection initiatives.
• Maintain open and effective communication across all levels of the organization.
• Encourage the expression of new ideas, constructive feedback, and continuous improvement.
• Assign tasks, set goals, and supervise associates in alignment with departmental objectives and core values.
• Monitor the development, performance, and training needs of Division Loss Prevention personnel.
• Participate in recruitment, selection, scheduling, promotions, and compensation decisions for LP associates.
• Provide guidance on disciplinary matters related to Loss Prevention personnel.
• Monitor in‑store and Distribution Center security programs, recommending improvements to ensure effectiveness.
• Protect company assets from theft, illegal activities, and unauthorized entry.
• Develop and deploy shrink‑reduction and awareness strategies for stores and distribution facilities.
• Identify security issues or vulnerabilities at assigned locations and implement corrective strategies.
• Ensure proper maintenance of security programs and equipment to safeguard customers, associates, and company assets.
• Oversee and support Safety program compliance and recommend improvements where applicable.
• Promote and ensure adherence to Exception Reporting Systems aligned with division goals.
• Oversee Federal wage and hour compliance as it relates to Loss Prevention oversight.
• Assign, conduct, and supervise internal and external investigations in collaboration with Labor Relations, Human Resources, and Legal.
• Investigate Human Resources matters including harassment, workplace violence, wage/hour issues, and other sensitive cases.
• Document investigation findings and report results to HR and Legal for further action.
• Present facts at unemployment hearings, EEOC investigations, and union hearings as needed.
• Provide expert testimony in civil or criminal litigation when required.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant security, loss prevention, and safety policies throughout the Division.
• Conduct retail store audits and prepare reports for management review.
• Manage and submit required reports to corporate and division leadership.
• Monitor the progress and effectiveness of Loss Prevention and Safety programs, making recommendations for improvement.
• Develop division-level short‑ and long‑range plans for Security and Loss Prevention.
• Implement shrink‑reduction strategies for underperforming or targeted‑shrink locations.
• Act as a liaison to Corporate Counsel, Labor Relations, Human Resources, Government Agencies, Operations, Law Enforcement, Community Groups, and Judicial Agencies.
• Maintain strong relationships with law enforcement agencies and community partners to support investigations and crime‑prevention efforts.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• disability and life insurance
• sick pay
• PTO/Vacation pay
• paid holidays
• bereavement pay and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401(k) eligibility)
• Associates in this position may be eligible for a quarterly bonus, subject to Company bonus plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager