Will “Asset Protection Lead” be Replaced By Robots? 🤔
Unknown Chance of Automation
Sadly, the research paper did not provide any information about this occupation. Maybe have a look at our directory?
Job Description
Implement procedures and systems to prevent merchandise loss. Conduct audits and investigations of employee activity. May assist in developing policies, procedures, and systems for safeguarding assets.
Job Details
- The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 33-9099.02
☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Retail Loss Prevention Specialists”.
Also Known As…
- Retail Loss Prevention Specialists
- Retail Asset Protection Specialist
- Loss Prevention Specialist
- Loss Prevention Officer
- Loss Prevention Leader
- Loss Prevention Investigator
- Loss Prevention Detective
- Loss Prevention Associate (LPA)
- Loss Prevention Agent
- Asset Protection Associate (APA)
- Store Protection Specialist
- Security Associate
- Retail Loss Prevention Specialist
- Retail Loss Prevention Investigator
- Regional Loss Prevention Manager (Regional LP Manager)
- Protection Specialist
- Loss Prevention Supervisor
- Loss Prevention Representative
- Loss Prevention Manager
- Loss Prevention Guard
- Asset Protection Specialist
- Asset Protection Lead
- Asset Protection Greeter
- Asset Protection Agent
Tasks for “Asset Protection Lead”
- Monitor compliance with standard operating procedures for loss prevention, physical security, or risk management.
- Apprehend shoplifters in accordance with guidelines.
- Maintain documentation or reports on security-related incidents or investigations.
- Inspect buildings, equipment, or access points to determine security risks.
- Identify and report safety concerns to maintain a safe shopping and working environment.
- Direct work of contract security officers or other loss prevention agents.
- Recommend new or improved processes or equipment to reduce risk exposure.
- Investigate known or suspected internal theft, external theft, or vendor fraud.
- Implement or monitor processes to reduce property or financial losses.
- Recommend methods to reduce potential financial fraud losses.
- Train establishment personnel in loss prevention activities.
- Conduct store audits to identify problem areas or procedural deficiencies.
- Perform covert surveillance of areas susceptible to loss, such loading docks, distribution centers, or warehouses.
- Coordinate with risk management, human resources, or other departments to assist in company programs, investigations, or training.
- Conduct employee background investigations and review reports with operational or human resources managers.
- Respond to critical incidents, such as catastrophic events, violent weather, or civil disorders.
- Prepare written reports on investigations.
- Collaborate with law enforcement agencies to report or investigate crimes.
- Testify in civil or criminal court proceedings.
- Identify and report merchandise or stock shortages.
- Verify proper functioning of physical security systems, such as closed-circuit televisions, alarms, sensor tag systems, or locks.
Related Technology & Tools
- Electronic article surveillance EAS sensing devices
- Digital video cameras
- Wireless motion detectors
- Mobile radios
- Personal computers
- Access control systems
- Contact alarm systems
- Fire detection systems
- Computer data input scanners
- Key cutters
- Multi-line telephone systems
- Automated locks
- Electronic wanding devices
- Copy machines
- Laser facsimile machines
- Closed circuit television CCTV surveillance systems
- Digital video recorders DVR
- Laptop computers
- Electronic cash registers
- Security surveillance cameras
- Security alarm systems
- Epicor Loss Prevention
- McAfee
- Database software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Case management system software
- Aspect Loss Prevention Aspect EliteLP
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Symantec
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Office