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Robin Perez, CFI

Fort Lauderdale,Florida

Summary

Relationship-oriented, Senior Loss Prevention Manager with 24 years of comprehensive expertise in strategic planning, team development, operations, safety & EHS. Executes, monitors and measures effectiveness of programs and adherence to policies and procedures all while impacting shrink reduction and overall growth for the company. Committed to team development, life-long learning, and contributing to team success.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Regional Loss Prevention Manager

Ulta Beauty
09.2008 - Current
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to identify, recommend, and implement new and upgraded technologies, attributes, and process improvements pertaining to shrink, security, safety, EHS and case management.
  • Optimized budget allocation for loss prevention resources by consistently monitoring department spending against defined targets.
  • Committed to leading a dedicated team of Area Loss Prevention Managers spanning over 170 stores focusing on delivering creative and strategic leadership around operational structure, safety, and shrink improvement.
  • Designed and implemented Loss Prevention Mentorship program to assist with bench strength from the store side and supply chain.
  • Champion DE&I initiatives and development centered around the ultimate guest and employee experience.
  • Evaluated operational processes for potential vulnerabilities, proposing actionable solutions to strengthen overall security measures.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams during complex investigations involving both internal and external stakeholders, achieving successful outcomes in each case.

Loss Prevention Manager

Home Depot
02.2006 - 09.2008
  • Successfully directed a team of store loss prevention detectives as they built awareness, and instilled the skills and understanding around prevention techniques and mitigating losses resulting in a 10% decrease in shrink losses.
  • Managed thorough and complex investigations which led to identifying potential security vulnerabilities from within the stores.
  • Established strong relationships with local law enforcement agencies, improving communication and collaborative efforts to prevent retail crime.
  • Implemented strong safety measures and environmental waste compliance standards which led to year over year improvement in guest/employee accidents and zero citations/violations.

Organized Retail Crime Investigator

Limited Brands
08.2003 - 02.2006
  • Conducted in-depth investigations into organized retail crime activities across five brands throughout the Southeast, utilizing strong analytical skills and extensive knowledge of criminal patterns and trends.
  • Strong collaboration with law enforcement agencies, District Attorney's, and retail industry partners generated more apprehensions and tougher sentences for repeat offenders.
  • Created and facilitated in depth training for local police departments to raise awareness around Organized Retail crime.

Senior Loss Prevention Investigator

Lord & Taylor
10.2001 - 08.2003

Senior Loss Prevention Detective

Bloomingdale's
02.1999 - 10.2001

Education

Miami Dade College
06.2002

Skills

  • Networking, relationship building & collaboration across various departments and levels
  • Establishes clear responsibilities and processes for monitoring work and measuring results
  • Risk assessment, analytical skills, decision-making
  • Operational knowledge, conflict resolution, organizational skills
  • Investigative skills, attention to detail, multitasking

Certification

  • 05/2023, Certified Forensic Interviewer
  • 01/2006, Wicklander Zulawski Interview and Interrogation Techniques

Timeline

Regional Loss Prevention Manager

Ulta Beauty
09.2008 - Current

Loss Prevention Manager

Home Depot
02.2006 - 09.2008

Organized Retail Crime Investigator

Limited Brands
08.2003 - 02.2006

Senior Loss Prevention Investigator

Lord & Taylor
10.2001 - 08.2003

Senior Loss Prevention Detective

Bloomingdale's
02.1999 - 10.2001

Miami Dade College
Robin Perez, CFI