About this role
Group O is seeking a Loss Prevention Associate to help protect the physical assets of our company and its clients. As a Loss Prevention Associate, you will play a critical role in safeguarding the assets and minimizing financial losses of our establishments. Your primary responsibility is to identify and prevent theft, fraud, and other security breaches through initiative-taking surveillance, monitoring, and investigative techniques. By implementing loss prevention strategies and collaborating with management, you help ensure a safe and secure environment for employees, clients, and company assets. Your initiative-taking approach to surveillance, monitoring, investigation, and collaboration helps minimize financial losses, deter criminal activities, and create a safe and secure environment for employees and clients alike. The ideal candidate for the role possesses a combination of skills, experience, and personal qualities that enable them to effectively prevent theft, fraud, and other security breaches. Essential Functions: Utilize surveillance cameras, alarm systems, and other monitoring tools to observe and identify suspicious activities, potential theft, or fraudulent behavior within the facility. Provide excellent service while maintaining a visible presence in designated areas, assisting employees with inquiries, offering assistance, and deterring theft through initiative-taking engagement. Investigate incidents of theft, fraud, or other security breaches by gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, reviewing surveillance footage, and collaborating with law enforcement as needed to apprehend suspects and recover stolen merchandise. Educate staff on loss prevention techniques, security procedures, and best practices for deterring theft. Help promote a culture of vigilance and accountability. Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and legal regulations related to loss prevention, security, and safety. Identify potential security vulnerabilities and recommend corrective actions to mitigate risks. Prepare detailed reports documenting incidents, investigations, and findings, including evidence collection, witness statements, and outcomes. Maintain accurate records and documentation for use in legal proceedings or internal audits. Work closely with management, security personnel, and law enforcement agencies to share information, coordinate efforts, and develop strategies for preventing and addressing security threats and criminal activities.