Manager DC Asset Protection

Position Overview

The DC Asset Protection Manager leads a team of up to 100 associates, including multiple exempt DCAP Supervisors, in ensuring that both our team members and properties are safe and secure. Additionally, the role oversees asset protection functions of up to multiple distribution facilities and or off‑site trailer holding yards. These facilities are staffed by both in‑house team members and or a 3rd party guard service.

Staffing includes overnights, weekends, and holidays. This role is integral to maintaining operational integrity by managing truck gate accuracy, as well as, to some degree, truck yard accuracy. The DCAP Manager works closely with all business partners. The DCAP Manager leverages data to identify root causes of supply chain shrink and leads initiatives to investigate shortages and implement actions to mitigate theft and fraud.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, coach, and motivate the DCAP team consisting of up to 100 associates, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and high performance.
• Provide clear direction, set measurable goals, and conduct regular performance evaluations.
• Identify training needs and implement development programs to enhance team capabilities.
• Work cross‑functionally with DC leaders to ensure alignment and progress toward all company initiatives.

Partnership Building

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including DC Operations, DC Safety, Human Resources, Facilities/Maintenance, and Logistics Teams.
• Partner with external agencies, such as law enforcement, as needed to address security concerns or incidents.
• Act as a liaison between the asset protection team and other departments to foster collaboration and support company goals.

Asset Protection

• Develop and enforce safe and secure initiatives to safeguard company assets, including inventory, property, and personnel.
• Investigate incidents of theft, fraud, or other security breaches and implement corrective measures to prevent recurrence.
• Oversee the accurate documentation, tracking, and verification of incoming and outgoing shipments at truck gates as well as perform validations of trailer yard audits including weekend assignments for end‑of‑month reporting.
• Assess department technology and equipment to confirm working condition and company standard.

Safe and Secure Operations

• Plays a supporting role in promoting workplace safety by supporting DC Safety and Operational Teams with maintaining compliance of safety policies and procedures.
• Is able to identify potential risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with operations teams to ensure adherence to safe and secure standards such as visible badge and clear bag strategies across all shifts.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Utilize data to identify trends, assess risks, and evaluate the effectiveness of asset protection initiatives.
• Prepare and present reports on security incidents, losses, and operational improvements to leadership.
• Review WMS, YMS, and other reporting tools to identify exceptions and course‑correct when necessary.

Other Tasks as Assigned by Director

• Work Order Support
• Pool Point Support
• Engagement with local external partners, i.e.; law enforcement, fire marshal

Associate’s Degree Preferred

Licenses/Certification/Registration:
Wicklander/Zulawski Interview Training Required

• 4+ years of experience in asset protection, loss prevention, or a related field, preferably in a distribution or logistics environment managing teams of 40+ associates.
• Strong understanding of security systems such as CCTV, Card Access, Fire Alarm, and Burglary Alarms.
• Excellent problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to build trust and collaboration across teams.
• Clear and demonstrated examples showing strong judgement and decision‑making abilities.

• 5+ years of relevant experience in a similar role.
• Associate’s degree in criminal justice, business management, or a related field.
• Experience with incident investigation and crisis management.
• Demonstrated track record of driving…