PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

Responsible for leading/driving the Pick n Pay loss prevention strategy, High-level security management plans, providing investigative/ incident management and shrink/loss mitigation services throughout Pick n Pay operations; relating to theft, vandalism, damage and fraudulent occurrences, by risk identification/ assessment, security operations & access control, management of external security service providers, Law and Order enforcement authorities liaison, functional budget and forecast preparation, as well as the development and review of stock loss control internal procedures, in order to avert financial loss.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCES:

At Least 5 Years In Security Operations Management With Warehousing & Retail Security

Higher Education/Certificate In Security Related Field

Security Investigation Experience

Positive Criminal Record

PREFERRED/ADVANTAGEOUS:

Technical Experience in electronic security systems (CCTV, Access control and Vehicle tracking)

Experience in Law enforcement

KEY ACOUNTABILITIES:

Facilitate the conducting of internal audits to measure Pick n Pay compliance to Security standards.
Lead SLA discussions with relevant service providers until sign-off
Manage service provider performance and operational output.
Manage Security related Systems
Serve as emergency response on Security related matters
Effectively flag, investigate, manage mitigations of Security Operations & incidents
Perform Criminal profiling duties where suspected fraud is flagged
Perform risk assessments on physical security and develop action plans for rectification and continuous improvement.
Conduct regular field inspections to verify site is being operated in compliance to Security Standards, best practices, company policy and procedures.
Implement and Drive Loss Effectiveness Controls
Document, implement and manage loss control procedures.
Liaise with Local law enforcement agencies on all criminal related matters
Coordinate Security training and awareness on Security related procedures and protocols
Lead People & Process Management
Keep abreast of new technological advancements within related function

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

Effective Communication
Astute leadership skills
Pro-active thinking
Tenacity/perseverance/monitoring skill / internal control
Problem solving & decision-making skills / Sound judgement
Superior observational skills
Attention to detail