Asset Protection Manager

Company: Staples, Inc.
Location: Beloit
Posted on: March 19, 2026

Job Description:

Staples is business to business. You’re what binds us together. Our supply chain team is dedicated to meeting our customers’ needs both now and in the future. By pairing innovative technology with dynamic employees, we create smarter, more efficient ways to meet our customers’ needs faster. Our network of distribution, fulfillment, fleet, furniture installation and professional teams work together in fun and safe environments to deliver state-of-the-art products, services, and expertise to our customers. What you’ll be doing: · Manage Asset Protection initiatives and programs in Supply Chain locations related to inventory loss, theft, and fraud. · Ensure appropriate internal risk controls are in place through the application of programs including data analysis, audits, training, and investigations. · Manage the Asset Protection Associate teams responsible for front line security in FCs and other locations including, hiring, training, evaluating, and making discipline decisions. · Oversee investigations, interviews, and incident management system (case disposition, prosecution, restitution, etc.) · Manage first responder and critical response programs. · Implement programs designed to improve overall safe working conditions for the associates and reduce worker’s compensation costs. · Work with Risk Management to analyze accident data and develop corrective action strategies. · Manage workplace violence mitigation programs. · Manage the WC claims process, in the field, and ensures compliance to the Return-to-Work efforts. · Manage programs related to Physical Security including security systems (CCTV, Access Control, burglar alarm protection) and the C-TPAT program. · Supervise the operation of contractual security guard services. · Travel expectation up to 50% What you bring to the table: · Strong interpersonal, supervisory, analytical, and decision-making skills. · Ability to ensure compliance to safety regulatory compliance, and training. · Ability to apply best practices, standards, and processes to achieve effective system operations, efficiencies, and savings. · Understanding of physical security processes, access control, CCTV systems, emergency and critical response procedures, and safety and awareness programs. · Experience managing others, handling workplace violence incidents, safety incidents and building evacuations. · Strong background in shrink reduction and inventory integrity strategies, and internal and external investigations. · Experience in the successful implementation of Loss Prevention/Shortage/Fraud Control Programs. Qualifications: What’s needed- Basic Qualifications: · Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience. · 5 years of progressive loss prevention experience with supervisory responsibilities. What’s needed- Preferred Qualifications: · Strong preference for certifications in Wicklander, OSHA 10-hour, and AED/CPR, LPC, LPQ, etc. We Offer: · Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups · Flexible PTO (22 days) and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays) · Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more perks and benefits HTF The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. At Staples, “inclusion” is an action word. It represents what we do to ensure that all employees feel valued and supported to contribute to their fullest potential. When we operate inclusively, diversity naturally follows. This is why we work hard to foster an inclusive culture, as we seek employees with unique and varied perspectives and areas of expertise. The result is a better workplace and innovative thinking that helps us exceed our customers’ expectations – through the power of the people behind our iconic brand. Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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