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Description

Reporting to the Controller, the Loss Prevention and Safety Manager will work closely with retail employees and branch/department managers to administer and facilitate the Co-op's loss prevention and safety programs to protect company employees, assets, and reputation in order to improve profitability in a multifaceted, multi-location environment.  Other responsibilities to include:
- Controlling inventory shortages by covering all areas of the store to prevent losses due to thefts, errors, and policy violations
- Creating and implementing retail Loss prevention and safety strategies
- Ensuring environmental and maintenance procedures and checklists are in place and followed
- Leading continuous improvement initiative in all areas of OH & S.
- Coordinating & conducting employee training regarding safety/loss prevention

The successful applicant must demonstrate effective team leadership skills and the ability to work well within a team.  Applicants should be self reliant, goal oriented with the ability to set and adjust priorities and schedule. Candidate must have a minimum of 2 years experience or education in the Loss Prevention or safety fields. Other qualifications would include:
- Loss Prevention Certification would be considered an asset, courses in Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, Security, Loss Prevention Qualified/Certified, or willingness to obtain
- Computer word processing, basic spreadsheet, e-mail and project management skills
- Familiarity with security systems technology and point of sale systems
- Current First Aid/CPR Certification/WHMIS or willingness to obtain
- Strong interview and negotiation abilities
- Good report writing and communication skills

We offer ongoing personal and professional development and the opportunity to work with one of Western Canada's most successful organizations.

We thank all applicants, however only those selected to be interviewed will be contacted.