Asset Protection Auditor

Title: Asset Protection Auditor/Specialist Location: New York NY (Also for this location - Boston/Colorado ) Duration: 6 month(s) and Possibility of Extension GENERAL FUNCTION Field Asset Protection Auditor/Specialist drives Asset Protection programs and supports *** Brands to Product the assets of merchandise, money, property and the welfare of customers and associates. Responds and investigates situations of known or suspected internal/external dishonesty in a timely manner. Assists Asset Protection Leadership in identifying resources, programs or processes throughout ***. The Field Asset Protection Auditor/Specialist is responsible for the Asset Protection programs across multiple Zones and Regions. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assists with the development and implementation of various Asset Protection/Operations programs to include but not limited to: o Store shrinkage program o Physical Security programs o Audit/Training programs for field o Policy and Procedure compliance o Brand Enforcement support o Fraud prevention programs Assumes lead investigative role for all situations of known or suspected internal/external dishonesty or other illegal activities Coaches and consults with Regional Managers to ensure compliance with Asset Protection initiatives Provides training and action steps to prevent/identify potential dishonesty opportunities at both the Regional and store level Provides Senior RMAP/Director of Asset Protection with insight to identify or eliminate loss within *** Partners closely with Brand Operations and Associate Relations when appropriate. Shares Prevention/Identification of future losses to AP Leadership Assists and coordinates with Director of Asset Protection in training programs for Operational/Asset Protection, Policies and Procedures and ensures associate compliance Conducts Business Evaluations Ensures company policies and practices are followed consistently Addresses and implements training initiatives for opportunities identified Identifies, investigates and closes Organized Retail Crime(ORC) cases impacting LRNA BASIC QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s or equivalent experience Audit experience (6+ years) Investigation experience with closure (6+ years) APA/Client Supervisor for 2+ years Ability to supervise, provide direction, motivate, and train associates Thorough knowledge of Physical Security Equipment (alarms, Electronic Article Surveillance Systems, Covert Camera application) APA/Client experience Excellent written and verbal skills Ability to collaborate with others Ability to handle difficult or volatile situations effectively Strong analytical skills and ability to exercise independent judgment based on core principles and practices Excellent listening skills and ability to articulate findings Strong organizational skills and attention to detail PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Mandatory and/or minimum requirements/Auditing/Retail Investigations/Interviewing/Multi-store Qualifications Completion of AMA, CFE or CPP courses Completion of investigative courses such as Reid and Wicklander/Zulawski Thorough knowledge of Retail Operations, Inventory Control and POS Qualifications/Previously held similar role/No travel restrictions/High admission success rate/Required levels/ Years of Experience education – discuss whether there is flexibility /Years of experience: 5+/Education: Bachelors/Flexibility- Yes/Day Travel: 50%+/Overnight Travel: 25%+