Experienced asset protection professional dedicated to upholding high standards and implementing effective strategies to safeguard company assets. Demonstrated ability to develop and enforce security protocols while working collaboratively with teams to achieve common goals. Proven adaptability and reliability, bringing valuable skills in risk management and policy development.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Assets Protection Business Partner
Target
Central Valley, CA
09.2020 - Current
Promoted to serve as a District Manager (APBP) to 8 AP Executive Team Leaders and help oversee over 1000 employees within my territory
Collaborate with fellow District Managers and Store Leaders to drive solutions for inefficiencies related to daily tasks as well as implementing enhancements that set up the wider team to meet near and future goals
Reduced shrinkage rates through proactive identification of trends in inventory discrepancies and prompt corrective action.
Supported cross-functional teams in the development of robust contingency plans for responding to security breaches or emergency situations.
Played an integral role in crisis management efforts, providing expert guidance based on data-driven insights into vulnerability trends.
Collaborated with store management to develop and enforce effective policies addressing inventory control issues.
Executive Leader Assets Protection
Target
San Rafael, Riverbank, Tracy, CA
06.2016 - 09.2020
Promoted to Store Manager (ETL-AP) to 5 direct AP Reports and helped oversee over 200 employees
Anticipated and identified shortage within stores and developed proactive strategies to combat theft activity; by doing so, was able to reduce shortage by $300,000, $350,000, and $550,000 year after year
Created and shared internal and external strategies at a store, district, and company level to help decrease internal theft
Fostered top tier talent by leading developmental activities and trainings across numerous stores and a variety of positions
Spearheaded cross-functional collaborations to deliver superior customer experiences.
Strengthened brand reputation with comprehensive risk management strategies.
Assets Protection Specialist
Target
Petaluma, CA
02.2015 - 06.2016
Reduced shortage and external theft by conducting apprehensions, in compliance of AP Directives, within top shortage departments
Prevented and identified theft by utilizing AP reporting, CCTV review, data and market trends, and team member knowledge
Led a safe environment in stores by consistently modeling safe behaviors, creating awareness, and training safe and secure standards within the store
Partnered with local law enforcement agencies to address external theft and promote a secure shopping environment for customers.
Utilized data analysis tools to identify trends in theft activity, enabling proactive measures to be taken against potential threats.
Developed strong working relationships with store employees, fostering a culture of accountability in protecting company assets.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA
05.2016
Skills
10 years of employee relations, loss prevention, physical security, emergency response, and safety experience
Strong partnerships with key leadership stakeholders to drive high priority initiatives and influence business decisions
Immense expertise in leading and resolving complex external and internal investigations
Experience leading a multi-unit team spanning over 8 locations
Strong knowledge of CCTV, Microsoft Suite, Law Enforcement reporting, and Zoom
Embody a positive can-do attitude, strong work ethic, great verbal and written communication skills, and ability to learn quickly and adapt to ever-changing environments