A’Joy Amaris
Dallas,TX
Summary
Dynamic, resourceful and driven Loss Prevention Analyst offering proven history developing programs to mitigate corporate theft and loss. Employed investigative and communication skills to acquire information and evidence. Developed key strategic alliances to support business objectives. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Loss Prevention Analyst
At Home Corporate
01.2021 - Current
- Enhanced fraud tool used to detect activity within launch of BOPIS to minimize cyber attacks and profit loss due to chargeback activity
- Lead Organized Retail Crime project to determine new and existing fraud trends and created processes designed to reduce loss by 50%
- Enhanced training processes for both corporate and field teams to help identify fraudulent behaviors in store to deter fraud activity
- Conduct interviews for employees or subjects involved in investigations and drafting reports for Law Enforcement
- Analyze POS data to determine new and existing fraud trends and assist in inventory data analysis to develop solutions to reduce shortage and increase profitable sales, using Power BI and quick queries.
Asset Protection Leader
Target
05.2020 - 01.2021
- Own prevention, identification, and resolution of external theft, including planning departments workload
- Built professional relationships with local law enforcement and other related organizations.
- Utilized data analysis to identify any security threats and develop solutions to reduce shortage, drive profitable sales, and support investigations
- Identified strategic resolutions of theft and fraud and apprehension of individuals attempting theft
- Utilized security systems and CCTV to monitor store activities and detect possible security incidents.
- Educated store personnel and customers to apply best practices and comply with loss prevention policies and procedures, reducing incidents by 80%
- Controlled reduction of loss inventory by protecting company assets.
Loss Prevention Investigator
At Home Corporate
06.2019 - 04.2020
- Analyzed POS data to determine new and existing fraud trends and assist in processes designed to reduce loss, such as creating queries and exception reports to provide quick and precise data for investigations
- Completed detailed reports regarding fraud investigations and partnered with managers to communicate progress, plans, ideas, and information in biweekly department meetings.
- Audited and monitored CCTV of 250+ stores on weekly basis to identify deficiencies and identified potential causes.
- Developed and implemented procedures to reduce risk of shoplifting and other loss prevention related issues.
- Coordinated Interview of employees and suspects and drafted reports to assist law enforcement.
Education
B.S - Criminal Justice
University of North Texas
Denton, TX05.2019
Skills
- Understanding of preparing investigative reports, evidence collection, and drawing scale diagrams
- Excellent ability to develop positive relationships with other agencies and key players in criminal investigation to ensure success
- Critical Thinking
- Efficient written, verbal, team working, problem solving, and conflict resolution skills
- Ability to work under pressure, multi-task, and quickly adapt
- Working knowledge of Excel, Power BI, and Query related programs
- Proficient in analyzing and interpreting data
Certification
- North Texas Forensic Academy - Denton, Tx 200+ TCOLE Certified Hours, September 2016 Certificates in Ballistics, Criminal Investigation, Death Scene Investigation, Crime Scene Investigation, Fingerprint Comparison, Ten Print Techniques, Forensic Photography, Trace Evidence, Impression Evidence, Crime Scene Sketching, Courtroom Testimony, Forensic Biology and Sexual Assault, and DNA Analysis and Blood Spatter Patterns
- WZ Investigative Interviewing Online Training Certificate, June 2019
Affiliations
A well-focused individual with keen attention to detail and the dedication to enhance professional and investigative skills. Admired for the ability to lead with initiative and perform beyond expectations within strenuous environments. Recognized for the ability to effectively collect and analyze new and complex information to bring results. Committed to providing services akin of criminal investigations by employing knowledge derived from 200 TCOLE hours of Forensic Investigations training. Comfortable working independently or within a team setting. Utilizes best ethical thinking practices and integrity in order to effectively communicate and solve problems. Looking to expand my experience and contribute knowledge and skills in a company that offers the opportunity for career progression.
Timeline
Loss Prevention Analyst
At Home Corporate
01.2021 - Current
Asset Protection Leader
Target
05.2020 - 01.2021
Loss Prevention Investigator
At Home Corporate
06.2019 - 04.2020
B.S - Criminal Justice
University of North Texas
- North Texas Forensic Academy - Denton, Tx 200+ TCOLE Certified Hours, September 2016 Certificates in Ballistics, Criminal Investigation, Death Scene Investigation, Crime Scene Investigation, Fingerprint Comparison, Ten Print Techniques, Forensic Photography, Trace Evidence, Impression Evidence, Crime Scene Sketching, Courtroom Testimony, Forensic Biology and Sexual Assault, and DNA Analysis and Blood Spatter Patterns
- WZ Investigative Interviewing Online Training Certificate, June 2019
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