Trainee Loss Prevention Manager

We are Ireland’s largest retailer providing fashion, homewares and food for our loyal customers. We operate 134 stores across Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Spain, as well as a growing online store. Our guiding principle is to deliver excellent quality products at competitive prices and we are constantly developing our product ranges.

We currently have a number of vacancies for Grocery Department Managers in our stores in the Cork region. The primary job function of the Grocery Department Manager is to take accountability for their department, ensuring the delivery of exceptional customer care and operational standards to maximise sales and profitability whilst maintaining costs. Inspiring performance of team through coaching to deliver outstanding results and customer service.

Responsibilites:

Security

• Develop and implement effective loss prevention strategies to minimise theft and shrinkage.

• Implement security strategies and policies that align with the company's overall goals and objectives.

• Conduct risk assessments of our stores and identify potential areas of vulnerability, taking corrective action where necessary.

• Develop and maintain relationships with local Gardai and other relevant agencies to allow for effective and timely crime resolutions.

• Investigate, resolve, and report any suspected external/internal theft, fraud, or other illegal activities to Gardai and relevant agencies.

• Manage all aspects of the company's security policies, including monitoring of electronic surveillance systems, conducting investigations, and reporting on trends and patterns.

Health and Safety

• Collaborate with other departments, such as operations, legal and health & safety to ensure that all aspects of the company's security and safety policies are aligned and integrated.

• Oversee and maintain safety standards within the store which will include completing various safety inspections designated by store management.

Training

• Manage, support, train and develop new and existing security teams.

• Establish and maintain a strong loss prevention culture within the store.

• Responsible for the education of staff on security and H&S related issues and provide training on how to mitigate potential risks.

• Work with contractors and suppliers to ensure that all security-related products and services meet the company's standards.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in asset protection, loss prevention, or security management, preferably in a retail environment.

• Strong knowledge of security strategies and techniques, including electronic surveillance, physical security, and inventory control.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills including I.T.

• Ability to develop and implement policies and procedures that align with the company's goals and objectives.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong focus on results.

• Ability to travel to various locations as required.

Experience:

• Experience dealing with shrink and crime resolution in a busy retail setting.

• Will require you to resolve external theft situations in a professional and safe manner.

If this sounds like the job for you, please apply now and tell us why you would be perfect for this challenging and rewarding role!