Categories : Retail, Management, Asset Protection, Human Resources

Store Management/Asset Protection Department Leader (HR)

The Store Management/Asset Protection Department Leader (HR) at Kroger is a pivotal leadership role responsible for overseeing asset protection strategies, loss prevention, and HR-related functions within a high-volume retail store environment. This position ensures the safety and security of store assets, associates, and customers while driving operational excellence and compliance with company policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of asset protection specialists to minimize shrinkage, theft, and fraud through proactive measures and investigations.
• Collaborate with store management and HR to conduct associate training on safety protocols, loss prevention, and ethical standards.
• Monitor surveillance systems, perform audits, and implement risk mitigation strategies to protect company assets.
• Handle HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, performance evaluations, and conflict resolution for the asset protection team.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Kroger's safety and security policies.
• Analyze loss prevention data, generate reports, and recommend process improvements to senior management.
• Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, and teamwork within the department.

Qualifications and Skills

Candidates must possess strong leadership abilities, retail operations knowledge, and HR expertise. A bachelor's degree in business, criminal justice, or a related field is preferred, along with relevant certifications such as LPC or CPP. This role demands excellent communication, analytical thinking, and crisis management skills in a fast-paced retail setting.

Join Kroger's dynamic team and contribute to a safer shopping experience for millions of customers across our nationwide stores. This full-time position offers opportunities for career growth in retail management and asset protection.