Asset Protection Manager, Chicago

Pay Range

Pay Range: The pay range for this job is $0 - $1000000 annually; actual pay is dependent on experience and geographic location.

Benefits: Base pay is only one part of our employee value proposition, which includes a robust benefits package, above‑market time off, hybrid working arrangements, incentive compensation, where applicable, and varied learning opportunities.

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:

RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands.

At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through:
Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

The Asset Protection Manager is responsible for establishing and maintaining all aspects of an Asset Protection Program in their assigned stores. The Asset Protection Manager is required to, as needed, travel to stores within their area. They will work with the store’s Management Teams to protect the company assets; to include property, merchandise, cash, and associates. This is accomplished through internal and external theft investigations, operational audits, and employee awareness training.

• Promotes and adheres to all Company Policy and Procedures, including the Asset Protection Code of Conduct and the Employee Handbook.
• Identifies, investigates and resolves all theft and fraud activity, utilizing surveillance and procedural audits as directed by the Regional Manager of Asset Protection.
• Utilizes all tools and resources provided by the company to detect and manage internal losses.
• Ensures all company safety policies and procedures are followed, reporting deficiencies to the Store Manager, District Director, and Regional Manager of Asset Protection.
• Develops and maintains partnerships with Store Management, District Director, Regional Manager of Asset Protection, local law enforcement, mall security, and Corporate Partners (e.g., People & Development, Operations, and Inventory Control).
• Provides expertise and training in all operational areas of the Asset Protection audit and monthly awareness program.
• Conducts Asset Protection store orientation and awareness training.
• Conducts daily AP perimeter walk to identify theft, physical security, or safety opportunities.
• Follows up on any Asset Protection store initiatives to ensure operational compliance.
• Participates in all store meetings and store management meetings.
• Manages inventory process ensuring accuracy and integrity.
• Recruits, trains, schedules and supervises AP staff, where applicable.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by the Regional Manager of Asset Protection.
• Responds to alarm calls as needed and required to resolve all issues causing them, escalating when necessary. Reviews weekly alarm reports and investigates when necessary.
• Works with store management and inventory control to resolve any inventory discrepancies and conducts investigations for unresolved issues.
• If applicable, partners with store and corporate teams in preparation for events (e.g., permits, guard coverage, escort).

• Minimum 3‑5 years in retail asset protection (preferably luxury retail), multi‑store, and specialty experience preferred.
• Ability to develop elevated relationships with business leaders at all levels of the business.
• Experience managing a multi‑store environment, effectively handling volume, complexity and regional…