Asset Protection Representative

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well.

At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.

Zehrs in Barrie, ON located at 620 Yonge St is looking for an Asset Protection Representative, formerly Loss Prevention. Enjoy an exciting career with one of the largest Asset Protection teams in Canada and help keep our stores a great place for customers to shop!

Are you detail oriented, organized, patient, able to work independently and cool under pressure? If so, we have a career for you! Working in a dynamic environment, you will partner with our store management team to ensure product loss is minimized and Asset Protection awareness is on the minds of everyone. Your expertise in safety and investigation contributes to our bottom line, mitigates loss and increases profitability.

Support for you at Loblaw goes far beyond a paycheque. We will reimburse your annual security license costs and support your ongoing career development with in-house training programs and tuition assistance. We offer a competitive pay rate, a 10% Colleague Discount program as well as a company matched Pension Plan, Health Benefits and Employee Stock Purchase Program.

As an Asset Protection Representative, You will:

• Deter, detect and apprehend theft and fraud within our retail locations
• Collaborate with other APRs to investigate provincial or national ORC cases when they arise
• Collaborate with the local police service regularly
• Detect and investigate internal cases; compile and present evidence for court or arbitration
• Detect and identify potential shrink opportunities within our operational core compliance
• Build and maintain store partnership through management meetings & huddles; coach and mentor colleagues regarding Asset Protection policies and procedures
• Participate in conducting store level audits
• Participate in Community Events
• Be available to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends (40 hr. work week)

Required Skills, Qualifications & Experience:

• Valid Provincial Security Guard License required
• Basic understanding of the Criminal Code of Canada, Trespass to Property Act and Powers of Arrest and CCTV and/or surveillance systems
• Working knowledge of Windows based applications (Word, Power Point and Outlook)
• Professional, friendly and approachable demeanor
• A high degree of initiative and integrity required to succeed in a dynamic environment

How You will Succeed:

At Loblaw, we seek great people to continually strengthen our culture. We believe great people model our values, are authentic, build trust and make connections.

If that sounds like you, and you are open-minded, responsive to change and up to the challenges provided in a fast-paced retail environment, apply today.

Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and colleagues with disabilities.

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, focusing on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – demonstrating leadership in these important areas. We offer progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and competitive benefits – reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.