Javier Montes
Chicago,IL
Summary
Accomplished Asset Protection Leader with a proven track record at Target, adept in strategic planning and emergency preparedness. Excelled in reducing shrinkage through innovative security management and mentoring teams towards excellence. Skilled in conflict resolution and project management, consistently enhancing asset protection with zero tolerance for loss.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Asset Protection Captain
Macy's
Oak Brook, IL
11.2024 - Current
- Prepared detailed reports outlining the results of investigations into losses due to fraud or employee dishonesty.
- Participated in regular meetings with management personnel in order to discuss current initiatives and challenges.
- Documented evidence of attempted theft and recovered merchandise for use in loss prevention report generation.
- Identified opportunities for improvement within the department's processes and procedures.
- Reviewed video surveillance footage as part of investigations into incidents of shoplifting or internal theft.
Asset Protection Team Leader
Target
Chicago, IL
04.2023 - 11.2024
- Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
- Prepared detailed reports outlining the results of investigations into losses due to fraud or employee dishonesty.
- Participated in regular meetings with management personnel in order to discuss current initiatives and challenges.
- Identified opportunities for improvement within the department's processes and procedures.
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce shrinkage and protect assets.
Asset Protection Specialist
Target
Chicago, IL
07.2019 - 03.2023
- Conducted regular audits of physical inventory to ensure accuracy and prevent loss.
- Produced well-written reports detailing shoplifting and attempted theft.
- Identified potential shoplifters and alerted management.
- Deterred criminal activity, vandalism, and general misconduct by providing expert and highly visible security presence at facilities.
- Developed strategies for minimizing losses due to theft or vandalism of merchandise within the store environment.
Target Security Specialist
Target
Chicago, IL
05.2018 - 06.2019
- Maintained records of security incidents and responses for auditing and improvement purposes.
- Developed and enforced security policies and procedures to protect organizational assets.
- Developed crisis response and evacuation strategies for use during emergencies.
- Performed audits and inspections of facility to locate potential threats.
- Monitored CCTV footage for surveillance purposes.
- Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dr Major Hector P Garcia High School
Chicago, IL07-2015
Skills
- Security management
- Incident response
- Emergency preparedness
- Crisis management
- Asset protection
- Internal audits
- Loss prevention strategies
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Asset Protection Captain
Macy's
11.2024 - Current
Asset Protection Team Leader
Target
04.2023 - 11.2024
Asset Protection Specialist
Target
07.2019 - 03.2023
Target Security Specialist
Target
05.2018 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
Dr Major Hector P Garcia High School
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