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At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and, most importantly, our Associates. In fact, we see a day when each will say, “I can’t live without them.”

Our SpartanNash family of Associates is 17,000 strong, ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists. Each of them plays an integral role in SpartanNash’s People First culture, Operational Excellence and Insights that Drive Solutions. Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now!

Location:

7401 F St - Omaha, Nebraska 68127

Job Description:

Position Summary:

This role is responsible for leading asset protection initiatives and investigating matters pertaining to inventory shrink, policy violations, unauthorized access, fraud, and theft within assigned distribution center(s). Conduct investigations and complete appropriate reports and documentation. Responsible for analyzing and interpreting data to recognize shrink trends and resolve company shrink/compliance/liability issues. Position will be based out of Omaha, Nebraska, with required travel to respective sites in the upper Midwest.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Implement, maintain, and enforce Asset Protection strategies and programs, policies and procedures.

• Conduct thorough investigations to final disposition and maintain accurate and detailed case files.

• Ensure crisis communications and emergency notifications are managed effectively during an emergency.

• Provide training to associates on crisis response, threat management and other security related matters.

• Oversee access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection and other security equipment and systems.

• Ensure highly effective partnerships with contract security service providers.

• Ensure effective liaison and collaboration with local law enforcement, Fire Department, and Community Emergency Response Team.

• Coordinate with Internal Audit, Operations, and other internal departments as well as outside contacts/law enforcement agencies as appropriate, while maintaining the highest level of confidentiality and integrity.

• Identify and resolve potential security risks through effective analysis and utilization of systems, on-site location visits, assessments, and exception-based and other reporting.

• Represent the company and testify within the judicial system for theft/prosecution cases as needed.

• Participate in the design and implement innovative Asset Protection programs.

• Promote the Asset Protection culture and awareness by conducting associate training and education on the core strategies for mitigating theft and shrink.

• Train and coach associates to ensure effective execution of core department initiatives.

• Identify and report operational deficiencies related to department and company initiatives.

• Provide Asset Protection services to independent customers as required.

• Maintain current knowledge of industry trends and best Asset Protection practices; make recommendations to improve current programs and processes.

• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Here’s what you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s Degree (Required) in Business, Law Enforcement, or another related field. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered.

• Licenses and Certifications: Certified Forensic Interviewer (Preferred), Loss Prevention Certified (Preferred), Wicklander- Zulawski Certification (Preferred).

• Four years' experience in asset protection, preferably in a distribution center environment.

• Knowledge of POS applications, CCTV use and installation related applications, and knowledge of civil and criminal theft laws.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, to include investigation/interviewing experience.

• Ability to build working relationships with internal associates and external contacts (vendors, law enforcement agencies, etc.).

• Must have strong investigative and analytical skills to analyze and interpret statistical data.

• Must be detail-oriented and have strong organizational, prioritization, multi-tasking and follow-through skills.

• Ability to work independently.

• Ability to provide creative input to achieve better results; thinks outside the box.

• Seeks out personal and professional development opportunities through education and/or certification.

• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule (7 days a week availability).

• Ability to travel up to 70%.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

May be required to lift and/or move 20 pounds. The associate is frequently required to sit/stand/walk. While performing the duties of this position, the associate is subject to a typical office environment and is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions. Temperatures may vary for those subject to any of the following areas: computer/server room, print shop, production area). The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate but may be high in distribution settings. Travel requirements vary by assignment.

As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package (https://careers.spartannash.com/why-work-here/benefits/) .

SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veteran, that celebrates diversity and believes employing a diverse workforce is key to our success. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals.

We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.

SpartanNash (Nasdaq: SPTN) is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. Committed to fostering a People First culture, the SpartanNash family of Associates is approximately 17,000 strong. SpartanNash operates two complementary business segments – food wholesale and grocery retail. Its global supply chain network serves wholesale customers that include independent and chain grocers, national retail brands, e-commerce platforms, and U.S. military commissaries and exchanges. The Company distributes products for every aisle in the grocery store, from fresh produce to household goods to its OwnBrands, which include the Our Family® portfolio of products. On the retail side, SpartanNash operates 144 brick-and-mortar grocery stores, primarily under the banners of Family Fare, Martin’s Super Markets and D&W Fresh Market, in addition to dozens of pharmacies and fuel centers. Leveraging insights and solutions across its segments, SpartanNash offers a full suite of support services for independent grocers. For more information, visit spartannash.com .