District Asset Protection Manager

About the position

The District Asset Protection Manager (DAPM) is responsible for leading and training associates in executing core Asset Protection initiatives aimed at mitigating theft and fraud, ensuring operational excellence, and maintaining safety and environmental compliance across multiple Home Depot stores. This role requires collaboration with various store leadership teams to achieve business objectives while minimizing complexity in store operations.

Responsibilities

• Drive execution of the Merchandise Protection Standards (MPS), Pick Ticket, and Lockup programs.
• Review Front End Accuracy standards and ensure stores promote a safety culture.
• Teach, coach, and train store leadership and associates on theft/fraud and shrink mitigation initiatives.
• Build relationships with Government Relations and Law Enforcement for localized support.
• Perform timely entry of internal cases into the case management system in accordance with AP Policy.
• Conduct timely interviews for internal theft cases and review external cases submitted by Asset Protection Specialists.
• Analyze shrink performance within the district and by store location, managing the Company's shrink reduction strategy.
• Make hiring decisions and take disciplinary actions, including terminations.
• Staff and schedule Asset Protection associates based on theft trends and store needs.
• Conduct performance reviews and coach associates on safety behaviors and regulatory processes.

Requirements

• Must be eighteen years of age or older.
• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
• 3+ years of previously related work experience in retail Asset Protection.
• 3+ years of previous leadership experience.
• LPC/LPQ Certification or equivalent.

Nice-to-haves

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Paid holidays
• Employee discount programs