What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Asset Protection position at Ollies Bargain Outlet, Inc.?
Join our team and live the Ollie-tude!: (Ollie’s Core Values)
- BE A TEAM PLAYER- Associates are expected to be supportive and work together.
- BE CARING- How do I treat others with courtesy, dignity, and respect?
- BE VALUE OBSESSED- Live the “good stuff cheap” mindset.
- BE COMMITTED- Operate with grit, passion, tenacity, and action.
- BE GROWING- How do we get better every day?
- BE REAL- Associates should be honest, transparent, genuine, trustworthy, and sincere.
Competitive Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and RX coverage begins Day 2 of employment
- 401K, Company match begins at Associate enrollment
- FSA/HSA (Flexible & Health Savings Account), set aside pre-tax dollars to reduce your taxable income
- 20% Associate discount on all Ollie’s purchases.
- Vast array of voluntary benefits
Position Overview:
The Director of Asset Protection and Safety is responsible for protecting company assets, reducing loss, and promoting a safe and secure environment across all locations. This strategic leadership role oversees a team of approximately 30 Asset Protection professionals.
Key responsibilities include leading the asset protection function, managing security and life safety systems, and ensuring compliance with all applicable government regulations and safety programs. The role requires expertise in loss prevention, risk management, safety protocols, and employee training.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement comprehensive loss prevention and safety strategies and policies to protect company assets and ensure a safe working environment
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of approximately 30 Asset Protection professionals to achieve departmental and organizational goals
- Align loss prevention and safety initiatives with business objectives through close collaboration with senior leadership
- Oversee security infrastructure, including surveillance systems, alarms, access controls, and safety protocols across all locations
- Conduct regular risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and develop action plans to mitigate risks and enhance workplace safety
- Design and manage disaster preparedness programs, lead disaster response and recovery efforts, and serve as the primary liaison with insurance carriers and vendors
- Develop and distribute detailed reports on key metrics related to shortage, operations, loss prevention, and safety performance
- Manage the company’s internal investigations program, including oversight of analysts using Appriss exception reporting to detect fraud and theft
- Oversee all Loss Prevention requirements for new store openings, including the installation and compliance of CCTV, fire, and burglar alarm systems; ensure ongoing system maintenance and inspections
- Lead the execution of the company’s shortage and safety audit program in collaboration with store teams and the Loss Prevention management team
- Design and deliver training programs focused on loss prevention, safety protocols, and best practices for employees at all levels
- Manage the procurement, bidding, and installation of Asset Protection and Security equipment for stores and warehouses, including cameras, DVRs, alarm systems, and safes
- Provide regular updates and strategic insights to senior management on loss prevention and safety performance
- Ensure achievement of company shortage and safety goals
- Manage departmental payroll and expenses in alignment with budgeted plans
- Develop succession plans for the department’s leadership team
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in retail loss prevention, including leadership of comprehensive asset protection programs across multiple retail and distribution center locations
- Proven experience managing executive teams and staff across a multi-location environment.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage effectively in a professional and fast-paced setting.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and make informed decisions.
- Skilled in planning, prioritizing, and executing complex initiatives with attention to detail.
- Ability to quickly learn and effectively communicate new information, policies, and procedures in alignment with company standards
- Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and active listening skills
Physical Requirements:
- Frequent travel to stores and distribution centers including overnight stay is required
- Ability to drive for long distances
- Ability to stand, walk, bend and kneel on a frequent basis
- Ability to operate a motor vehicle with a valid state issued license
- Physical ability to sit for extended periods and work at a computer
- Ability to see, hear, and speak regularly
Ollie’s is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with Federal and State Equal Opportunity Laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and identity, national origin, age, veteran’s status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
