Amilkar Martinez
Orlando,FL
Summary
Results-driven Loss Prevention professional with over nine years of experience in asset protection, theft prevention, and investigations. Proven ability to develop strong partnerships with retailers, law enforcement, and legal teams to reduce shrink and strengthen security. Skilled in managing multi-unit LP operations, training teams on loss prevention strategies, and implementing technology-driven security solutions. Seeking a leadership role at Sephora to enhance asset protection programs, optimize operational security, and drive compliance across locations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Customer Success Specialist
ALTO USA
04.2022 - Current
- Built collaborative relationships with retailers, law enforcement, and prosecutors as the primary contact for an assigned district.
- Drove store reporting of criminal activity, ensuring compliance with Asset Protection policies and procedures
- Conducted field-based investigations, collecting evidence, police reports, and CCTV footage to enhance store safety
- Led case-building efforts for habitual offenders in collaboration with ALTO’s Legal Team and law enforcement
- Established and led Store Law Enforcement Partnership Meetings to strengthen security initiatives
- Trained store teams on shrink identification and theft reporting, implementing a store-specific approach to fit the diverse needs of each location
- Played a pivotal role in introducing ALTO’s loss prevention program to new stores, transitioning them from no prior shrink management experience to effectively identifying and reducing loss
- Directly contributed to a measurable reduction in shrink over the past two years, with most stores seeing shrink cut by 50% since implementing ALTO's strategies
- This reduction was tracked using audit data, sales trends, and theft reports to measure effectiveness
- Worked with over 70 individual stores, including Walgreens, Wawa, and Whole Foods leveraging metrics such as audits and sales data to identify loss patterns and improve theft identification routines
- Utilized exception-based reporting and CCTV analysis to identify both internal and external loss trends
Asset Protection Specialist
Target
04.2019 - 04.2022
- Conducted high-quality apprehensions in shortage focus areas, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures
- Developed and implemented theft prevention strategies using reporting, surveillance, and intelligence gathering
- Monitored store security using video systems to track theft activity and support investigations
- Led safety initiatives, identifying and resolving hazards while investigating incidents for root causes
- Conducted comprehensive safety training for retail staff, including regular safety protocols and active shooter response training.
Publix Loss Prevention Officer
Allied Universal
08.2018 - 04.2019
- Focused on identifying and apprehending external theft in collaboration with store teams
- Rotated across multiple Publix locations, tailoring theft prevention strategies to each store's specific needs and challenges
- Conducted floor surveillance to monitor theft activity and deter criminal behavior
- Partnered with store management and law enforcement to investigate and resolve theft incidents
Child Protective Investigator
Department of Children and Families
04.2017 - 04.2018
- Investigated abuse, neglect, and special conditions cases, collecting evidence and analyzing risk factors
- Conducted interviews, documented findings, and collaborated with Children’s Legal Services
- Provided court testimony and coordinated with law enforcement when necessary
Asset Protection Detective
Macy’s
11.2014 - 08.2016
- Investigated criminal violations and theft incidents, ensuring compliance with legal and company policies
- Led a high-performing team, achieving record-breaking internal and external apprehensions
- Conducted shortage awareness training and audits to ensure loss prevention compliance
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Criminal Justice
University of Central Florida
05-2016
Skills
- Exception-Based Reporting Software
- Data-Driven Loss Prevention Tools
- Multi-Unit Loss Prevention Management
- Internal & External Theft Investigations
- CCTV & Surveillance Systems
- Shrink Reduction Strategies
- Crisis Management & Emergency Response
- Store Audits & Compliance
- Loss Prevention Training & Leadership
- Law Enforcement Partnerships
- Data Analysis & Reporting
Certification
Loss Prevention Qualified (LPQ)
Timeline
Customer Success Specialist
ALTO USA
04.2022 - Current
Asset Protection Specialist
Target
04.2019 - 04.2022
Publix Loss Prevention Officer
Allied Universal
08.2018 - 04.2019
Child Protective Investigator
Department of Children and Families
04.2017 - 04.2018
Asset Protection Detective
Macy’s
11.2014 - 08.2016
Bachelor’s Degree - Criminal Justice
University of Central Florida
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