Manager, Loss Prevention and Safety - DC

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GENERAL PURPOSE:

Manages the protection of company assets, health, safety, security and fire prevention programs. Monitors and adheres to the policies and procedures relating to accident prevention, safety, health, environment, security and fire prevention/protection. Implements Shortage control methods, conducts internal and external investigations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Manages the protection of company assets, health, safety, security and fire prevention programs for all buildings associated with their respective DC. Monitors and adheres to the policies and procedures relating to accident prevention, safety, health, environment, security and fire prevention/protection. Implements Shortage control methods, conducts internal and external investigations.

• Coordinates monitors and maintains inspection records of fire and intrusion protection equipment. Works in conjunction with local, state and federal agencies and insurance underwriter to ensure compliance to requirements. Ensures fire and intrusion equipment is operable and when approved, obtains new equipment or necessary repairs. Ensures fire hazards are eliminated and conducts drills to maintain firefighting readiness.

• Manages the development, implementation and administration of operational policies, programs and systems within functional areas. Establishes methods and procedures for departmental work activities; identifies and resolves operational problems; and communicates expertise and approvals concerning departmental activities.

• Reviews and evaluates DC inventory, shrinkage, damage, OSHA recordable incidents, compensation costs and initiates appropriate actions to control and reduce loss.

• Hires, orientates, trains, evaluates; recommends pay increases and develops associates. These teams cover all 3 shifts 7 days per week. The LPM has ultimate responsibility for all shifts in all buildings. When necessary, carries out disciplinary actions or recommends termination of employment.

• Oversees, implements and monitors loss prevention policies and procedures to eliminate theft and drug-related activities. Oversees and assists investigations and initiates criminal prosecution as necessary.

• Ensures quick response teams are established and trained; oversees distribution center safety and shrinkage committees.

COMPETENCIES:

• Collaboration

• Leadership

• Process Improvement

• Communication

• Representing Work Group

• Planning & Organizing

• Results Orientation

• Interpersonal Effectiveness

QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's Degree in criminal justice, industrial security or business administration preferred.

• Minimum 7 years of loss prevention, fire prevention, safety, or security experience or equivalent in the distribution or retail field.

• Strong knowledge of Occupational Safety Health Act, environmental safety, health and loss prevention rules and regulations. OSHA certification preferred.

• Must maintain current certification in the following: 1) Basic First Aid, 2) CPR, 3) Oxygen Administration, if applicable and 4) Blood borne Pathogen.

• Strong leadership, administrative, organizational, managerial and communication skills.

• Skilled in interviewing and fact finding.

• Proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ADA:

Requirements: Consistent timeliness and regular attendance. Job requires ability to work in a distribution center environment. The job also requires sitting, standing, walking, talking on the telephone, attending in-person meetings, typing, and working with paper/files, etc.

Occasional Requirements: Job occasionally requires bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting up to 10 pounds.

May also require occasional driving and/or traveling overnight for business functions or site visits.

Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.

Requirements: Consistent timeliness and regular attendance. Job requires ability to work in an office environment, primarily on a computer. The job also requires sitting, standing, walking, talking on the telephone, attending in-person meetings, typing, and working with paper/files, etc.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervisor, Loss Prevention and Safety

Loss Prevention Agents

Contract Security Guard Force

DISCLAIMER

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at management's discretion.

Ross is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience. We believe that it is an essential part of the Company's overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented and diverse workforce. Ross is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.