Melissa N Hoffmeister
Canton
Summary
Dynamic Fulfillment and Reverse Logistics Director with years of experience and a proven track record at Target both in Stores, Supply Chain, and Headquarters. Spearheaded initiatives that led to the lowest shortage rates in the company, while optimizing processes and enhancing team development. Expert in budget management, Strategy and Planning, innovative thinking, and driving operational excellence.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fulfillment and Reverse Logistics Director
Target
Detroit
03.2024 - Current
- Led multi-level asset protection teams to minimize loss, mitigate risk, and protect company assets.
- Assess processes to increase efficiency and profitability
- Developed strategic initiatives that aligned with organizational goals and market trends.
- Managed cross-functional teams to enhance collaborative project execution and operational efficiency.
- Oversaw budget allocation, ensuring efficient resource utilization.
- Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Supply Chain Asset Protection Operations Director
Target Corporation
Minneapolis
08.2022 - 04.2025
- Executed five-year enterprise strategy for Physical Security across Supply Chain Assets Protection.
- Developed network strategy for AP Operations to align with larger-scale Supply Chain network.
- Supervised Supply Chain AP Operations, emphasizing risk mitigation and theft prevention.
- Implemented policy changes to enhance efficiency and fiscal responsibility.
- Compiled annual budgets for Asset Protection headquarters and field operations, covering payroll and capital expenditures.
- Collaborated with Growth and Activation teams to integrate technology into existing systems.
- Acted as purchasing agent for Asset Protection Operations’ pilots and requests.
- Segmented problem-solving strategies using innovative technologies to mitigate risks.
Group Asset Protection Director (Stores)
Target Corporation
Detroit
02.2019 - 08.2022
- Developed and implemented a Regional Strategy incorporating cross functional pyramids to increase profitability, mitigate theft and fraud, and foster a safe work environment.
- Managed and supervised a multi-tier asset protection pyramid.
- Worked closely with Group vice president and partners to ensure a united strategy between operations and asset protection.
- Led the company in profit protection for all 3 years as a director with the lowest shortage rate in the company.
- Successfully implemented a Group Safety strategy to lead the company with the lowest team member and guest safety rate.
- Successfully led 70+ stores to improved internal and external theft resolution.
- Worked to create and implement a multi-level development strategy for the Region to increase the pipeline at the business partner and director levels.
- Successfully promoted 2 Directors and 9 Business partners through strong development and talent management.
- Directed and led the team through multiple Safe and Secure situations including Burglaries, Looting, Robberies, etc.
- Championed the company's efforts to revamp and evolve company initiatives and strategies to ensure Target is leading the industry.
Asset Protection Business Partner
Target Corporation
Noblesville
01.2017 - 02.2019
- Developed and implemented a Group Strategy incorporating cross functional pyramids to increase profitability, mitigate theft and fraud, and foster a safe work environment.
- Managed and supervised a multi-tier asset protection pyramid.
- Worked closely with Group vice president and partners to ensure a united strategy between operations and asset protection.
- Led the company in profit protection both years as a Business Partner with the lowest shortage rate in the company.
- Successfully implemented a District Safety strategy to lead the company with the lowest team member and guest safety rate in my District.
- Successfully led 12 stores to improved internal and external theft resolution.
- Worked to create and implement a multi-level development strategy for the Group to increase the pipeline at the Business Partner and Director levels.
- Successfully promoted 8 Store AP Managers and 2 Business Partners through strong development and talent management.
- Directed and led the team through multiple Safe and Secure situations including Burglaries, Looting, Robberies, etc.
- Championed the company's efforts to revamp and evolve company initiatives and strategies to ensure Target is leading the industry.
Market Investigator
Target Corporation
Fishers
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Directed high-level investigations across 28 Target Stores, ensuring thorough oversight.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to enhance case development and facilitate information sharing.
- Analyzed diverse data sources to identify patterns in criminal activities.
- Compiled comprehensive reports detailing findings for legal and administrative use.
Asset Protection Executive Team Leader
Target Corporation
Lawrence
01.2013 - 01.2015
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI12.2010
Skills
- Executive Leadership
- Risk mitigation
- Strategic planning
- Budget management
- Compliance oversight
- Process optimization
- Team Development
- Supply chain operations
- Store Operations
- Asset Protection
- Safety and Security Strategies
- Theft and Fraud Management
- Policy Development
- Project Management
- Innovative Thinking
- Budgeting
- Financial Management
Certification
Loss Prevention Certification, 06/01/23
Awards
- Indiana State Police- Outstanding Partnership Award, 2018
- Indianapolis Police Department- Outstanding Partnership Award, 2018
- Target- Director of the Year, 2022
- Target- Care Grow Win Award
- 2021
- 2023
- Target- Development Award, 2022
Other Experience And Activities
- Member of Target's Diversity and Inclusion Committee
- 35th District Court Intern (2009-2010)
Timeline
Fulfillment and Reverse Logistics Director
Target
03.2024 - Current
Supply Chain Asset Protection Operations Director
Target Corporation
08.2022 - 04.2025
Group Asset Protection Director (Stores)
Target Corporation
02.2019 - 08.2022
Asset Protection Business Partner
Target Corporation
01.2017 - 02.2019
Market Investigator
Target Corporation
01.2015 - 01.2017
Asset Protection Executive Team Leader
Target Corporation
01.2013 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Eastern Michigan University
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