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Edward Romias

Edward Romias

Covina,CA

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Distribution Center Asset Protection Manager

99 CENTS ONLY STORES
02.2021 - Current

Asset Protection Manager

JCPENNEY
11.2018 - 02.2021

Executive Team Lead Asset Protection

TARGET
03.2013 - 11.2018

Senior Asset Protection Specialist

TARGET
09.2006 - 03.2013

High School Diploma -

Mark Keppel High School

Business Fundamentals Business Administration -

University of Phoenix

Summary

Highly accomplished multi-unit security operations leader with over 15 years of experience creating, leading, and enhancing the performance of best-in-class loss prevention and asset protection programs for high-volume local and regional retail operations. Equipped with deep knowledge of Big Box Operations and Supply Chain/Distribution Centers. Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively with cross-functional teams. Exceptional problem solver; able to develop solutions to overcome security challenges of all complexities and strengthen compliance with local, regional, and federal regulations. Successful in planning and executing daily agendas and analyzing data for fraudulent activities. Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Work History

Distribution Center Asset Protection Manager

99 CENTS ONLY STORES
02.2021 - Current
  • Manage and coordinate all Asset Protection investigations on shipping, storing, receiving inventory control, donations and damaging processes at six (6) distribution centers
  • Support 371 stores with supply chain shrink mitigation strategies i.e. cycle count accuracy, purchase order oversight, shipping/receiving, pallet/case count integrity
  • Spearheaded the development and implementation of comprehensive Asset Protection supply chain strategies across multiple markets
  • Analyzed store inventory/shrink results and developed action plan in partnership with the Vice President of Asset Protection
  • Oversite on all Distribution Center recycling processes
  • Coordination with Transportation Department on store backhaul (Dunnage) recovery
  • Identify issues and make recommendations for minimization of damages/scrap of perishable merchandise in distribution centers
  • Promote institutional shrink culture within distribution centers, making shrink management the responsibility of all team members
  • Deliver ongoing training and coaching to staff across all distribution centers and 3rd party vendors by influencing best safety and loss prevention practices.
  • Identify operational gaps and make recommendations for minimizing shrink in cold storage and dry goods merchandise in all distribution centers
  • Investigate issues throughout the supply chain, from purchase, import, internal transportation, warehousing, distribution center and store receiving
  • Safety and security incident response, including crisis management
  • Investigate inventory issues, potential theft, and other safety incidents
  • Utilize analytical methods to identify potential areas of loss
  • Administer and manage operational/safety audits to create awareness, detect areas of vulnerability and/or violations of policies
  • Manage and make recommendations for access control and identification issuance procedures
  • Coordinate physical security operations in and around warehouses, ensuring all points of entry are manned by well-trained security guards.
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls within all distribution centers

Asset Protection Manager

JCPENNEY
11.2018 - 02.2021
  • Responsible for shrink, safety and sales goals
  • Responsible for two markets that consisted of 40 stores
  • Enhanced overall asset protection by implementing effective security measures and loss prevention strategies.
  • Maintained detailed records of all incidents involving theft or loss, using this information to inform future decision-making around risk mitigation strategies.
  • Reduced instances of theft by conducting regular audits, monitoring surveillance systems, and training staff on best practices.
  • Conducted internal integrity interviews in multiple stores across several districts
  • Investigated internal/external and organized retail crime activity through CCTV review and trend identification via report analysis
  • Ensured facility preparedness for crisis situations through planning, training of associates and updated resources provided
  • Drove safety results through company program execution, associate recognition, and compliance of safety rules and regulations
  • Assist stores across the district with annual inventories
  • Store Operations / Process implementation and execution
  • Accounting / Cash management
  • Analyzes P&L and various reports for loss profit indicators
  • Ensures facility daily security general controls are in place and consistent
  • Minimizes financial risk by executing and monitoring merchandise protection effectiveness

Executive Team Lead Asset Protection

TARGET
03.2013 - 11.2018
  • Supervised cross-functional staffs of up to 300 team members in a high volume $85 million store ensuring timely completion of projects and optimal resource allocation.
  • Lead multiple departments that accounted for over 40% of the entire store sales through merchandising, managing talent, and strategizing to drive profitability
  • Execute LOD (Leader on Duty) role by assessing priorities, addressing opportunities, and setting the tempo for the day: evaluate profitability drivers while balancing expenses and compliance issues
  • Act with a sense of urgency to performance manage: recognize, coach, provide meaningful feedback, write and deliver Corrective Action and performance reviews, hire and staff for store team members/Asset Protection appropriately, and develop and promote team members.
  • Managed a team that consisted of 20 Asset Protection team members. Developed a schedule and deployed resources based on time and date analysis as well as safe and secure theft trends
  • District Asset Protection trainer for new in role Executives. Facilitated the training for all new in role Asset Protection team members on Non-Violent Intervention techniques and verbal de-escalation tactics
  • Multi- unit store support as district resource captain; assisted over 60 stores with internal case tactics and camera strategies as well as implementing operational shortage reduction tactics with store management
  • Selected to participate in Target internship program. On-boarded Cal Poly students for summer internship
  • Developed and maintained community partnerships and support local law enforcement agencies with community outreach programs such as National Night Out and Shop with a Cop
  • Assisted organized retail crime investigations and interviews; leveraged inventory reporting to determine the scope of losses
  • Drove a safe and secure culture focusing on prevention and root cause tactics, managed state and federal compliance regulations (FDA, EPA, OSHA)

Senior Asset Protection Specialist

TARGET
09.2006 - 03.2013
  • Collaborated with management to develop and implement effective theft-deterrent policies and procedures.
  • Leveraged surveillance and intelligence-led tactics to foster safety and security while minimizing company loss.
  • Investigated known or suspected internal theft, external theft, or vendor fraud
  • Support store safe and secure programs and reduce shortage by aggressively addressing all theft and fraud issues.
  • Trained all new in role Assets Protection Specialists via strategic floor walks/merchandise focus, mock apprehensions, arrest/verbal de-escalation tactics and organized retail crime interviews
  • Train all Assets Protection Team Members on effective use of Target Video Solutions closed circuit camera systems
  • Actively communicated with field partners to drive intelligence throughout multiple markets
  • Developed and maintain law enforcement partnerships

Education

High School Diploma -

Mark Keppel High School
Alhambra, CA

Business Fundamentals Business Administration -

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ

Skills

  • Loss Prevention/Asset Protection
  • Supply Chain/Inventory Management
  • 3PL Operations
  • Multi Distribution Center Capabilities
  • Crisis & Risk Management
  • Physical Security
  • Audits & Investigations
  • Data Mining
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Talent Management
  • OSHA Best Practices & Safety
  • Closed circuit camera, alarm, & access control systems
  • Invoice oversight
  • System Applications & Products (SAP)
  • High Jump warehouse management system
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs

Credentials And Licenses

  • Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates - Advanced Interviewing Strategies
  • Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response # 39795-6
  • OSHA 10
  • CPR/AED and First Aid Certified

Credentials And Licenses

  • Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates - Advanced Interviewing Strategies
  • Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response
  • OSHA 10
  • CPR/AED and First Aid Certification

Work Availability

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