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Stanley Wierzchowicz
Tallahassee
Summary
Dynamic Senior Asset Protection and Safety Manager with a proven track record at Lowe's Home Improvement, specializing in incident investigation and safety program development. Expert in compliance management and staff training, successfully reducing accident rates through proactive strategies. Committed to fostering a culture of safety and ethical practices while enhancing operational effectiveness. Successful Investigator with a proven track record of hundreds of closed cases, both internal and external.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Asset Protection and Safety Manager
Lowes Home Improvment
Tallahassee, FL
07.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented safety training programs for employees, enhancing workplace safety awareness.
- Conducted regular safety audits to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company policies.
- Collaborated with management to identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions proactively.
- Monitored incident reports and investigations, identifying trends to reduce future risks effectively.
- Provided guidance on proper use of personal protective equipment, increasing employee compliance rates.
- Facilitated safety meetings, fostering open communication about safety concerns and best practices among staff.
- Evaluated existing safety protocols, recommending improvements that streamlined processes and enhanced safety measures.
- Led emergency response drills, ensuring preparedness for various scenarios in the retail environment.
- Conducted thorough accident investigations to identify root causes and prevent future occurrences.
- Reduced accident rates through proactive hazard identification, analysis, and mitigation strategies.
- Implemented corrective actions following incidents to minimize risks and improve overall safety performance.
- Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
- Trained employees in most current regulations and practices in effort to prevent mishaps and promote overall safety.
- Conducted thorough investigations to gather evidence and analyze case details.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to enhance investigative outcomes.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing findings and recommended actions.
- Ensured compliance with legal standards throughout investigative procedures.
- Interviewed and interrogated suspects.
- Identified trends in criminal activities, allowing for proactive measures to be taken against future threats.
- Conducted thorough investigations on theft incidents to identify patterns and prevent future losses.
- Collaborated with law enforcement to gather evidence and support criminal prosecutions.
- Testified in court during criminal and civil proceedings and trials.
- Proficient in CCTV systems, Electronic Deterrent Systems
- Responsible for Safety and Security programs at as many locations as 13 at one time.
Asset Protection and Safety Manager
Lowes Home Improvment
Panama City, FL
02.2020 - 07.2023
- Developed and implemented safety training programs for team members to enhance compliance and awareness.
- Conducted regular safety audits to identify hazards and ensure adherence to safety standards.
- Collaborated with management to create emergency response plans tailored to store operations.
- Led incident investigations, analyzing root causes, and recommending corrective actions.
- Established safety performance metrics to monitor improvements and drive accountability across teams.
- Facilitated safety meetings, promoting a culture of open communication regarding workplace hazards.
- Facilitated training for 180+ employees.
- Analyzed surveillance footage to detect suspicious activities and ensure store safety protocols were followed.
- Developed and implemented loss prevention strategies, enhancing overall asset protection effectiveness.
- Conducted shortage control, asset protection and safety inspections and audits with accurate documentation of results and potential or existing hazards.
- Identified, reported and resolved safety issues, inventory shortages, cash handling concerns and theft.
- Initiated and led asset protection theft investigations following SOP.
- Analyzed POS data to support employee compliance with procedures and investigate suspicious activity.
- Streamlined shrink management program and trained Loss Prevention Officers.
- Investigated and apprehended shoplifters and other potential criminals in store to increase protection and apply safety measures.
- Conducted thorough investigations on theft incidents to identify patterns and prevent future losses.
Asset Protection Coordinator
Walmart Stores,INC
Chipley, FL
05.2009 - 02.2020
- Coordinated asset protection strategies to minimize loss and enhance store security.
- Developed training programs for staff on theft prevention and safety protocols.
- Conducted audits to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Analyzed surveillance footage to identify patterns of theft and suspicious behavior.
- Collaborated with law enforcement on investigations related to theft incidents.
- Implemented inventory management systems to track merchandise discrepancies effectively.
- Led initiatives that improved overall store safety standards and reduced shrinkage rates.
- Trained employees on asset protection procedures, leading to increased staff awareness and vigilance.
- Improved store safety by ensuring proper maintenance and timely repairs of security equipment.
- Maintained a high degree of confidentiality while handling sensitive information related to ongoing investigations or litigation.
- Managed a team of security personnel, providing guidance and support to ensure their effectiveness in protecting company assets.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure seamless integration of asset protection measures throughout the organization.
- Reduced losses due to theft by conducting thorough investigations and reporting incidents promptly.
- Checked CCTV for evidence of shoplifting.
- Controlled reduction of loss inventory by protecting company assets.
- Created and maintained records of security incidents and investigations.
- Supervised surveillance, detection and criminal processing related to theft and criminal cases.
- Monitored paperwork procedures to prevent error-related losses.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to align departmental strategies with organizational objectives.
- Established key performance indicators to monitor progress and optimize outcomes.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
Business Manager
Autoware Technologies
Panama City Beach, FL
08.2002 - 05.2009
- Led cross-functional teams to streamline operations and enhance service delivery.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to drive business growth and profitability.
- Analyzed market trends to inform product development and marketing strategies.
- Managed budgets, forecasting, and financial reporting to optimize resource allocation.
- Identified process inefficiencies and implemented solutions to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Improved operational workflows by identifying areas of inefficiency and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Implemented escalation procedures to effectively handle time-sensitive issues.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, reducing operational expenses without sacrificing quality or productivity.
- Worked in tandem with peers to better understand business process and initiate improvements, helping company achieve goals.
- Fostered a positive work environment that supported employee engagement and retention.
- Maximized revenue generation through effective sales strategies and market analysis insights.
- Improved customer satisfaction by quickly addressing and resolving customer complaints and feedback.
- Managed inventory control processes to minimize stockouts and excess inventory, ensuring product availability and reducing storage costs.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Oversaw inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring accurate inventory management and timely delivery.
- Coordinated logistics operations, optimizing shipping routes for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance supply chain processes and resolve issues promptly.
- Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
- Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
Education
No Degree - Core Classes
County College of Morris
Randolph Township, NJNo Degree - Criminology
University of Alabama
ALHigh School Diploma -
Sparta High School
Sparta NJ06-1994
Skills
- Incident investigation
- Implementing policies
- Safety program development
- Staff training
- Incident reporting
- Safety audits
- Incident response
- Detailed report writing
- Interview techniques (Wicklander-Zulawski Certified)
- Compliance management
- Ethical and honest
- Video surveillance systems
Accomplishments
- Achieved 5/5 positive inventory results by completing Shrink awareness and inventory preparations with accuracy and efficiency.
- Reduced Associate Injuries by 22% through teaching, training and accountability for 5 stores across district.
- Saved the company $1.5M LY by aggressively monitoring receiving teams and ensuring all shortages/billing errors were captured and recovered.
- Chosen as SAPM of the Quarter and APSM of the Quarter 2x
Affiliations
- Member Loss Prevention Foundation
- Member ASIS International
- Former PBA member
Certification
Wicklander-Zulawski Interview and Interrogation Techniques Level II
Interests
Timeline
Senior Asset Protection and Safety Manager
Lowes Home Improvment
07.2023 - Current
Asset Protection and Safety Manager
Lowes Home Improvment
02.2020 - 07.2023
Asset Protection Coordinator
Walmart Stores,INC
05.2009 - 02.2020
Business Manager
Autoware Technologies
08.2002 - 05.2009
No Degree - Core Classes
County College of Morris
No Degree - Criminology
University of Alabama
High School Diploma -
Sparta High School