Manager, Asset Protection

Philip Morris International U.S. • Stamford, CT

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About The Position

As the Manager of Asset Protection, you will lead the development and execution of a comprehensive strategy to minimize loss, strengthen operational performance, and ensure the safety, security, and compliance of all North American free‑standing retail locations across multiple brands. You will serve as the strategic driver of asset protection excellence, partnering closely with executive leadership to shape programs that safeguard company assets and promote a culture of accountability and operational integrity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or professional certifications (LPC, CFI) preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience in multi-unit retail Loss Prevention or Asset Protection.
• Demonstrated strategic mindset with strong business acumen and executive presence.
• Proven ability to lead large teams, influence across functions, and manage complex, enterprise-wide initiatives.
• Exceptional analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management capabilities.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

• advanced degree or professional certifications (LPC, CFI) preferred

Responsibilities

• Drive the strategic vision and daily operations of the Loss Prevention function, with a focus on shrink reduction, operational rigor, and the safety of retail teams and customers.
• Oversee the implementation and ongoing enhancement of policies, procedures, and internal controls that proactively address emerging risks.
• Serve as the primary liaison among corporate leadership, Retail Operations, HR, Legal, IT, and external partners to ensure alignment with enterprise objectives.
• Champion the adoption of advanced technologies and data analytics to elevate asset protection capabilities and improve operational efficiency.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the Loss Prevention team, ensuring strong technical expertise, leadership readiness, and capability building.
• Build strong cross-functional partnerships with commercial leaders, retail operations, HR, and other internal stakeholders to expand engagement in loss prevention strategies.
• Provide executive oversight for investigations, incident response, and crisis management activities while maintaining strict confidentiality and integrity.
• Direct the analysis of inventory, operational, and incident data to identify patterns, risks, and opportunities for targeted loss reduction initiatives.
• Manage key relationships with law enforcement, security vendors, and investigative consultants to support business continuity, regulatory compliance, and threat mitigation.
• Oversee the creation and presentation of loss prevention scorecards, dashboards, and performance reports for executive leadership.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and company representative in external industry groups, regulatory forums, and professional associations.
• Act as a strategic advisor to executive management, providing regular insights, updates, and recommendations on security risks, emerging trends, and program performance.

Benefits

• A highly visible role working directly with executive leadership and cross-functional partners.
• The ability to influence enterprise-wide risk mitigation, operational excellence, and loss reduction initiatives.
• Opportunities for professional advancement, continuous learning, and exposure to cutting-edge security technologies and industry best practices.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and leadership development programs aligned with long-term growth and career progression.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees