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Loss Prevention Specialist
The Loss Prevention Specialist is responsible for protecting company assets by preventing loss, maintaining a safe environment, and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. This role supports store operations through monitoring, investigation, and partnership with store leadership to reduce shrink and enhance overall security.
Key Responsibilities Asset Protection & Loss Prevention- Monitor store activity to identify and prevent theft, fraud, and policy violations
- Conduct surveillance and utilize loss prevention tools and reporting systems
- Support shrink reduction strategies and initiatives across the store
- Protect company assets including merchandise, cash, and equipment
- Conduct internal and external theft investigations
- Document incidents accurately and complete required reports
- Partner with store and district leadership on investigation outcomes
- Provide evidence and support for disciplinary or legal actions when necessary
- Partner with Store Director and Department Managers to identify risks
- Train associates on loss prevention awareness and best practices
- Promote a culture of accountability and asset protection
- Support operational audits and compliance efforts
- Ensure compliance with company policies and safety standards
- Monitor and address safety concerns, hazards, and incidents
- Support emergency response procedures and incident reporting
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all matters
- Maintain a safe and secure environment for customers and employees
- De-escalate situations when necessary using proper techniques
- Observe and report suspicious behavior
- Previous loss prevention, security, or retail experience preferred
- Strong observation and attention to detail
- Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Knowledge of retail operations and shrink control strategies
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- May involve surveillance, monitoring, and occasional physical activity
- Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Attention to detail
- Integrity and confidentiality
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
- Communication and teamwork
- Situational awareness
- Loss Prevention Manager
- District Loss Prevention
- Store Leadership Roles
Pay Transparency:
Starting rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on things like location, experience, qualifications, and the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement. Candidates with unique qualifications may be considered for compensation above this range. Dependent on length of service, hours worked, any applicable collective bargaining agreement and/or Company policy, benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay*, PTO/Vacation pay*, paid holidays*, bereavement pay and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401(k) eligibility). Associates in this position may be eligible for a quarterly bonus, subject to Company bonus plans. Applications are accepted on an on-going basis.
- For roles in Washington State: Sick pay and PTO/Vacation pay are accrued based on hours worked and paid holidays are issued at 7-9 days annually.
Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!
Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street.
Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success.
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Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.
Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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