About the Company
Kmart, a member of the Sears Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: SHLD) family of companies, is a mass merchandising retailer that offers customers quality products through a portfolio of exclusive brands and labels such as Craftsman, Kenmore, DieHard, Jaclyn Smith, Joe Boxer and Martha Stewart. We operate over 1,300 Kmart stores with over 1,000 in-store pharmacies across 49 states, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. This includes discount stores, averaging 92,000 square feet, and Super Centers, averaging 165,000 square feet. We also offer a wide selection of merchandise through kmart.com.
Job Description
Kmart, a member of the Sears Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: SHLD) family of companies, is a mass merchandising retailer that offers customers quality products through a portfolio of exclusive brands and labels such as Craftsman, Kenmore, DieHard, Jaclyn Smith, Joe Boxer, Route 66 and Country Living. We operate over 1,300 Kmart stores across 49 states, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. This includes discount stores, averaging 92,000 square feet, and Super Centers, averaging 165,000 square feet. We also offer a wide selection of merchandise through kmart.com and operate over 1,000 pharmacies within our stores.
Non Negotiable(s)/Critical Success Factors:
Owns shrink and safety results for assigned area(s) and supports the Loss Prevention five play strategy
Manages the training, detection, investigation and successful resolution of all internal high dollar and sensitive investigations within assigned store.
Ensures all training in the detection and detention of shoplifters including certification has been completed in assigned store
Conducts assessments of Loss Prevention and operational performance that impacts shortage control. Actively works with store team in the development and implementation of action plans to improve performance.
Knowledgeable in the areas of safety, food safety (Kmart/Essentials/Grand), OSHA and environmental programs, and ensures implementation and compliance in assigned store
Reviews safety and food safety inspections (Kmart/Essentials/Grand) on a regular basis. Ensures the timely and accurate reporting of results and assists in the development and implementation of corrective actions.
Recruits, hires, trains, and supervises the Loss Prevention Associates and Leads within assigned store
Ensures accurate and timely report writing, record keeping and retention of evidence by conducting periodic reviews
Ensures the proper operation and repairs of alarm, EAS and CCTV equipment
Educates and motivates store associates to achieve shrink, workers compensation and general liability goals
Works as a liaison between the store and the criminal justice community
Demonstrates courageous leadership by identifying and communicating potential ethical or safety issues that must be addressed at a higher level.
Manages and ensures reporting of critical incidents in assigned area of responsibility
Ensures follows-up on required inventories and audits in order to control costs and shrinkage
Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Associates degree or equivalent Loss Prevention experience.
2. Minimum Experience level required: 3+ years previous experience in an Audit, Security or Loss Prevention role
3. Strong leadership and organizational skills.
4. Ability to analyze information, identify root causes and develop/implement approved solutions in stressful situations.
5. Experience selecting, assessing, and coaching associates, preferably in a retail environment.
6. Knowledge of financial operations and processes; analytical skills to diagnose root cause of deficiencies.
7. Effective oral and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of internal and external team members.
8. Ability to use strategic thought process to minimize exposure to emerging threats and trends
9. Ability to form strong partnerships across reporting relationships.
10. Ability to influence activities and results of those who are not direct reports.
11. Microsoft Office computer skills including Word, Excel and Outlook.
12. CCTV usage and installation
A comprehensive and competitive benefit program is designed to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Benefits eligibility depends on employment classification, location, and other variables. Benefits offered include:
Medical and Dental Plans
Health Care and Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending Accounts
Short and Long-Term Disability
Company Paid and Optional Life Insurance
Business Travel Insurance
Merchandise Discount
Adoption Assistance
Kmart Advantage Rx
ConSern Loans for Education
Worklife Solutions
Voluntary Benefits
Commuter Benefits
Sears Holdings Corporation Associate Stock Purchase Plan
401(k) Savings Plan
Vacation Time with Personal Days
National Holidays
An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.