Asset Protection & Safety Business Partner - Mountain West

Asset Protection & Safety Business Partner - Mountain West

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The Asset Protection & Safety department at Pet Smart includes leaders and certified practitioners focused on workplace health & safety, food safety and pet health & safety compliance; as well as asset protection and investigations across stores, distribution centers, digital and corporate offices. In partnership with leaders across the business, we keep the pack safe while enabling Anything for Pets!

Field Position: This position is considered Field based and is considered to be a blend of onsite and remote work activity. Field associates will spend their time both traveling to and spending time in various Pet Smart locations and can expect to be asked to travel to Phoenix Home Office periodically throughout the year. Field associates typically work out of their home office when not traveling as outlined above.

The Asset Protection & Safety Business Partner (APSBP) plays a critical role in implementing and driving strategies related to asset protection, safety, crisis management, and loss prevention across their designated region. Collaborating closely with field leadership and corporate teams, the APSBP leads initiatives to reduce shrink, enhance safety culture, and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory standards. Acting as Incident Commander during significant events, this leader ensures swift resolution and mitigation of disruptions affecting operations.

The ideal candidate is a proactive influencer who inspires teams to achieve safety and asset protection goals while embodying our company’s vision, mission, and values.

• Regional Leadership:
  Serve as the primary Asset Protection and Safety partner for assigned districts/stores, supporting Regional Vice Presidents (RVP) to achieve strategic objectives.
• Strategic
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Partner with field leadership and cross‑functional stakeholders to design and implement initiatives aligned with business goals.
• Crisis Management:
  Lead as the Incident Commander during critical events, ensuring efficient response, resolution, and documentation of incidents impacting operations.
• Operational Compliance:
  Conduct shrink and safety compliance reviews, providing guidance and follow‑up to drive corrective actions and process improvements.
• Data Analysis & Insights:
  Analyze safety and shrink data to identify trends, risks, and actionable opportunities to improve performance.
• Store Assessments:
  Regularly visit stores (minimum 60% travel) to evaluate safety protocols, identify potential hazards, and address loss prevention opportunities.
• Investigations:
  Conduct investigations related to theft, fraud, or policy violations in alignment with company guidelines.
• External
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Develop strong relationships with local law enforcement and external agencies to enhance safety efforts and support investigations.
• Training & Development:
  Educate store teams on safety best practices, loss prevention measures, and methods to reduce injuries and retail loss.
• Special Projects:
  Support the Senior Asset Protection and Safety Manager on projects to advance company safety and protection strategies.

• Leadership:
  Demonstrated ability to lead, influence, and inspire teams in a multi‑unit environment.
• Analytical Thinking:
  Skilled in data interpretation and using insights to drive decision‑making.
• Communication:
  Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to deliver clear, impactful messaging.
• Problem Solving:
  Proactive approach to identifying risks and developing effective solutions.
• Collaboration:
  
  Strong ability to build partnerships across departments and with external stakeholders.
• Adaptability:
  Flexibility to manage shifting priorities in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Solid experience with office tools (Microsoft Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Business Administration, Safety, Criminal Justice, or a related field (preferred, not required).
• Minimum of 3‑5 years…