Sr. Director- Security

About the role

Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people—and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As the preeminent wine and spirits distributor, Southern Glazer’s is a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933, recognized as one of Forbes’ Top Private Companies. We take pride in creating a culture where our people are valued, supported, and provided opportunities for growth and belonging.

The Dir II, Security will provide a secure environment by developing physical and technical security programs, implementing security procedures to protect company personnel, property, and reputation, and ensuring proper execution of security protocols. This role involves conducting internal and external investigations related to theft, workplace violence, and misconduct, as well as administering physical security components such as alarms, video assessment, access control, and guard force management. The Dir II, Security will advise local leadership on security issues and their mitigation, and support the execution of the corporate security strategy.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates all aspects of executing security contracts at all assigned location(s)
• Develop security education programs to raise employee awareness and reduce risk
• Develop and implement technical security solutions for facilities
• Develop and implement facility security guidelines and best practices
• Promote a culture that embraces a positive workplace environment and works with staff to create and maintain an environment reflective of those values
• Develop and implement strategic and operational plans to achieve short- and long-term security objectives and effectively communicate those objectives to leadership and employees
• Implement and maintain all security-related policies and procedures and ensure they are effective and executed
• Conduct risk assessments for all locations and provide recommendations for risk mitigation, maintenance, or updates as appropriate
• Partner with leadership to preserve crisis communication protocols and emergency response plans
• Responsible for reduction of shrinkage and asset management
• Conduct internal and external investigations as appropriate for theft or unethical behavior
• Stay informed and aware of trends in security technology; evaluate products and make recommendations to implement when appropriate
• Create and conduct security trainings and drills at all locations
• Initiate and maintain relationships with local and federal law enforcement and emergency response entities throughout the service area
• Manage and negotiate security contract terms and oversight of renewals
• Prepare, recommend, and implement building upgrades, moves, construction projects, and maintenance initiatives
• Create annual work plan and budget through financial and workflow metrics utilizing outsourced and staff resources to execute on a timely and cost-efficient strategy
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or higher
• 10+ years of experience in Law Enforcement, Military, or Loss Prevention
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong organization, multi-tasking, and time management skills
• Demonstrated experience managing security integrators and project management of security installations and upgrades
• Strong communication skills—written, verbal, persuasion, motivation, facilitation of strong working relationships
• Knowledge of other MS Office Suite and/or software applications related to job functions
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, analytical/problem-solving, problem management, presentation development, presentation, and communications skills
• Highly proficient in the use of video surveillance equipment/systems, including user knowledge, set-up, system capabilities, computer/printing interface, etc.

Physical Demands

• Considerable amount of time sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or adding machine
• Occasional to rare amount of time walking, bending, reaching, standing, and stooping
• May require occasional lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 15 lbs

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage
• Dental and vision plans
• Tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts
• Disability coverage
• Life insurance plans
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition assistance
• Wellness program
• Parental leave
• Vacation accrual
• Paid sick leave