Oscar Martinez
Chicago,IL
Summary
Intuitive Asset Protection Manager with 15 years of experience in a leadership role and 10+ years of experience in Loss Prevention. Extensive knowledge of modern surveillance and shrinking minimization systems with a desire to maintain close relationships with coworkers from every department through honest and open communication. Ready to bring meticulous observation and perceptive awareness to a new company.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Area Asset Protection Manager
Gap Inc
San Francisco, CA
09.2022 - Current
- Controlled reduction of loss inventory by protecting company assets.
- Wrote reports for internal and external crime, burglary or theft.
- Mitigated risk and oversaw internal and external shoplifter apprehension and detention.
- Represented Gap in court proceedings and investigations.
- Built cross-functional relationships with business partners to reduce losses.
- Landed positions of increasing responsibility based on expertise in loss prevention methods and store operations.
Senior Asset Protection Manager
Old Navy, Gap
Chicago, Minneapolis, St. Paul, IL, MN
07.2017 - 09.2022
- Responsible for applying Loss Prevention expertise and devise a Loss Prevention strategy and hold accountability within Chicago South, Minneapolis, St.Paul districts (30 + stores).
- Responsible for all Internal & External investigations, operations, training, and LP budget in assigned districts. Lead Territory in Internals 3 times, placed within top5 of company.
- Responsible for recruiting, hiring, training, developing and supervising of 10+ members of Loss Prevention personnel which includes LPM’s, LPS’s, LPA’s and LPSR’s.
- Built cross-functional relationships with business partners to reduce losses.
- Reduced shrink by [37.1]% in combined AOR through thorough training of loss prevention staff and meticulous reviews of company documents.
Loss Prevention Manager
Old Navy, Gap
Chicago, IL
11.2015 - 07.2017
- Responsible for applying Loss Prevention expertise and devise a Loss Prevention strategy within assigned store (Chicago Flagship)
- Controlled reduction of loss inventory by protecting company assets.
- Wrote reports for internal and external crime, burglary or theft.
- Mitigated risk and oversaw internal and external shoplifter apprehension and detention.
- Represented Old Navy in court proceedings and investigations.
- Responsible for recruiting, hiring, training, developing and supervising up to 5-10 members of Loss Prevention personnel which includes LPS’s, LPA’s and LPSR’s.
- Manage vendors, physical security, and contract guards.
Loss Prevention Supervisor
Old Navy, Gap
Chicago, IL
05.2013 - 11.2015
- Monitored paperwork procedures to prevent error-related losses.
- Collaborated with law enforcement to report crime and suspicious activity.
- Upheld strict security and safety procedures to protect business from financial losses due to theft or careless mismanagement.
- Installed and maintained covert security equipment.
- Calmly and efficiently addressed emergency situations such as safety hazards and threats to life or property, deescalating when possible and directing shoppers to safety.
- Supported audits, shortage control initiatives, apprehensions and disposition by preparing and reviewing associated paperwork.
- Trained all new executives and asset protection personnel.
- Utilized the tools and resources available to initiate and follow through on internal investigations.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Studies
City Colleges of Chicago - Wilbur Wright College
Chicago, ILHigh School Diploma -
William Howard Taft
Chicago IL06.2005
Skills
- Proper Staffing
- Access Control Systems
- Critical Thinking
- Corrective Actions
- Shoplifter Detention
- Emergency Situations
- Ethical Standards
- Partnership Management
- Inventory Audits
Certification
- Wicklander-Zulawski Interview And Interrogation Techniques Certified- 9 years
- Certified ORC Apprehension-Old Navy- 10 years
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Area Asset Protection Manager
Gap Inc
09.2022 - Current
Senior Asset Protection Manager
Old Navy, Gap
07.2017 - 09.2022
Loss Prevention Manager
Old Navy, Gap
11.2015 - 07.2017
Loss Prevention Supervisor
Old Navy, Gap
05.2013 - 11.2015
No Degree - Criminal Studies
City Colleges of Chicago - Wilbur Wright College
High School Diploma -
William Howard Taft
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