JOSEPH FIELDS
East Orange
Summary
Experienced with leading teams and managing large operational areas to achieve efficiency and productivity. Utilizes strong leadership and strategic planning skills to enhance team performance and streamline processes. Track record of fostering collaborative environment and driving operational success through effective communication and problem-solving.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Area Supervisor – Outbound Dock
The Home Depot DFC #5854
North Bergen, New Jersey
10.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily activities of loaders and dock associates, maintaining high standards for shipment accuracy and safety.
- Coordinated logistics teams to ensure seamless communication and alignment with outbound schedules and operational goals.
- Directed operations at outbound dock, implementing standard procedures to maintain equipment safety and uphold load quality.
- Engaged with asset protection and operations leadership to reinforce adherence to safety protocols and inventory management standards.
- Facilitated training and mentorship for team members to enhance productivity and accountability.
Asset Protection Specialist
The Home Depot
North Bergen, New Jersey
02.2016 - 10.2025
- Executed and supervised proactive strategies to mitigate shrinkage through comprehensive investigations and audits.
- Performed systematic safety and compliance assessments to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements.
- Facilitated peer coaching sessions to mentor and train new team members in asset protection practices.
- Monitored theft trends through data analysis and implemented tailored response initiatives to strengthen store security.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to address organized retail crime through thorough internal investigations and interviews.
- Directed exception-based reporting, CCTV monitoring, and risk mitigation initiatives across multiple departments.
Education
Business Administration
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ, USASkills
- Asset Protection & Leadership
- Investigation & surveillance techniques
- Internal audits & incident reporting
- Policy enforcement & risk management
- Team leadership
- Inventory control & safety compliance
- Asset recovery & physical security
- Operations & Logistics
- Dock operations & load management
- Trend analysis & shrink reduction
- Report writing & documentation
- Crisis response & incident management
- Technical & Software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Tableau Platform
- Warehouse Management System (WMS) Platform
- Proficient in Microsoft Teams
Accomplishments
Highest LPNs Loaded – 2025 Peak Season, The Home Depot DFC #5854
Best APP to RAI Ratio 2024 – 93%
Best APP to RAI Ratio 2023 – 85%
2023 NY Metro Sr. APS Immersion Program Award
2022 External Case Count Award
Certification
3+ years of multi‑unit retail AP experience
Internal and external investigation/interviewing
Organized Retail Crime and law enforcement partnership experience
Front‑end and CCTV monitoring
Exception‑based reporting and analysis
Crisis management and policy enforcement
Flexible schedule supporting multi‑store operations
SKILLS
Asset Protection & Leadership
Investigation & surveillance techniques
Internal audits & incident reporting
Policy enforcement & risk management
Team leadership & training
Inventory control & safety compliance
Asset recovery & physical security
Operations & Logistics
Dock operations & load management
Trend analysis & shrink reduction
Report writing & documentation
Crisis response & incident management
Technical & Software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Excel
Tableau Platform
Warehouse Management System (WMS) Platform
Microsoft Teams
Timeline
Area Supervisor – Outbound Dock
The Home Depot DFC #5854
10.2025 - Current
Asset Protection Specialist
The Home Depot
02.2016 - 10.2025
Business Administration
Montclair State University