Loss Prevention Specialist

About the role

Are you ready to play a critical role in creating a safe, secure, and compliant store environment? Join us as an Asset Protection Specialist, where protecting people, assets, and company integrity takes center stage. At Albertsons Companies, we’re looking for vigilant, detail oriented professionals who are passionate about safety, shrink reduction, and operational excellence. In this role, you’ll help deter theft, support compliance, and contribute to a culture of accountability—while ensuring a safe environment for customers, associates, and vendors. This position offers a dynamic, fast paced environment with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day. Bring your flavor Building the future of food and wellbeing starts with you. Bring your awareness, integrity, and commitment to safety to a role where protection meets service—and where your actions directly support shrink reduction, operational excellence, and a secure shopping environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a visible presence to support a safe and secure store environment for customers, associates, and vendors while delivering excellent customer service
• Monitor checkout areas and review exception reports to identify fraud, associate dishonesty, and ensure compliance with cash handling policies
• Conduct surveillance throughout the store to detect theft, safety risks, and operational issues
• Apprehend individuals committing theft in accordance with company policies and applicable laws, ensuring safety of all parties
• Respond to electronic article surveillance (EAS) alarms and investigate incidents
• Monitor receiving and storage areas and conduct delivery audits to detect vendor fraud and ensure procedural compliance
• Conduct inspections and audits related to shrink control, safety, and physical security standards; document and communicate findings
• Maintain and operate asset protection equipment, including CCTV, EAS systems, and alarm systems
• Conduct investigations as directed, including thorough documentation, and partner with store leadership and law enforcement as needed
• Train and communicate with associates on loss prevention, safety, and compliance practices while identifying and addressing unsafe conditions

Skills

• Strong customer service mindset with ability to remain calm and professional in high pressure or confrontational situations
• Excellent observation and attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Sound judgment and decision making ability
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Requirements

• Shrink reduction and loss prevention execution
• Surveillance and incident detection
• Investigations