Will “Loss Prevention Representative” be Replaced By Robots? 🤔
Unknown Chance of Automation
Sadly, the research paper did not provide any information about this occupation. Maybe have a look at our directory?
Job Description
Implement procedures and systems to prevent merchandise loss. Conduct audits and investigations of employee activity. May assist in developing policies, procedures, and systems for safeguarding assets.
Job Details
- The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 33-9099.02
☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Retail Loss Prevention Specialists”.
Also Known As…
- Retail Loss Prevention Specialists
- Retail Asset Protection Specialist
- Loss Prevention Specialist
- Loss Prevention Officer
- Loss Prevention Leader
- Loss Prevention Investigator
- Loss Prevention Detective
- Loss Prevention Associate (LPA)
- Loss Prevention Agent
- Asset Protection Lead
- Asset Protection Associate (APA)
- Store Protection Specialist
- Security Associate
- Retail Loss Prevention Specialist
- Retail Loss Prevention Investigator
- Regional Loss Prevention Manager (Regional LP Manager)
- Protection Specialist
- Loss Prevention Supervisor
- Loss Prevention Manager
- Loss Prevention Guard
- Asset Protection Specialist
- Asset Protection Greeter
- Asset Protection Agent
Tasks for “Loss Prevention Representative”
- Identify and report safety concerns to maintain a safe shopping and working environment.
- Respond to critical incidents, such as catastrophic events, violent weather, or civil disorders.
- Identify and report merchandise or stock shortages.
- Conduct store audits to identify problem areas or procedural deficiencies.
- Investigate known or suspected internal theft, external theft, or vendor fraud.
- Maintain documentation or reports on security-related incidents or investigations.
- Implement or monitor processes to reduce property or financial losses.
- Monitor compliance with standard operating procedures for loss prevention, physical security, or risk management.
- Testify in civil or criminal court proceedings.
- Train establishment personnel in loss prevention activities.
- Direct work of contract security officers or other loss prevention agents.
- Recommend new or improved processes or equipment to reduce risk exposure.
- Prepare written reports on investigations.
- Verify proper functioning of physical security systems, such as closed-circuit televisions, alarms, sensor tag systems, or locks.
- Perform covert surveillance of areas susceptible to loss, such loading docks, distribution centers, or warehouses.
- Inspect buildings, equipment, or access points to determine security risks.
- Collaborate with law enforcement agencies to report or investigate crimes.
- Apprehend shoplifters in accordance with guidelines.
- Conduct employee background investigations and review reports with operational or human resources managers.
- Coordinate with risk management, human resources, or other departments to assist in company programs, investigations, or training.
- Recommend methods to reduce potential financial fraud losses.
Related Technology & Tools
- Electronic cash registers
- Security surveillance cameras
- Mobile radios
- Electronic article surveillance EAS sensing devices
- Computer data input scanners
- Electronic wanding devices
- Digital video recorders DVR
- Contact alarm systems
- Closed circuit television CCTV surveillance systems
- Copy machines
- Wireless motion detectors
- Multi-line telephone systems
- Digital video cameras
- Automated locks
- Key cutters
- Laptop computers
- Access control systems
- Fire detection systems
- Laser facsimile machines
- Security alarm systems
- Personal computers
- Microsoft Outlook
- Aspect Loss Prevention Aspect EliteLP
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Epicor Loss Prevention
- Microsoft Office
- McAfee
- Case management system software
- Symantec
- Database software
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel