Field based - London/South Essex
The role will be a Sunday – Friday role with working hours between 10pm and 6am.
Position Overview
The Lead Loss Prevention Officer serves as the strategic driver for security initiatives, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and proactive risk management tailored to customer specific needs.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and manage the audit programme based on comprehensive data analysis, ensuring alignment with Operational Excellence.
* Analyse trends in loss prevention data to inform strategic decision-making and improve operational outcomes.
* Oversee audit reporting, providing timely and actionable insights to Smiths News and Metro senior leadership.
* Lead and mentor Loss Prevention Officers to ensure consistent application of best practices and professional development.
* Collaborate cross-functionally to implement preventative measures, enhance security practices, and reduce loss.
* Assist the Security & Loss Prevention Manager and customer management in the investigation of areas of ‘loss’ using specialist skills and experience to identify and advise remedial action to be taken to reduce deficiencies.
* Conduct planned audits on driver routes including inspections at delivery points at Train Stations, Underground stations and at the distribution despatch centre.
* Implement and maintain strong loss prevention practice(s) to improve the prevention of incidents and enhance profitability.
* Conduct independent checks on the agreed policies and procedures to ensure that these are being adhered to.
* Effectively plan any visits ensuring that all paperwork and photographs are accurate and of a high quality and meet the required standard.
* Produce and maintain accurate audit details of all checks on delivery driver/contract holder’s routes ensuring that the correct processes are being applied specifically around supply and returns.
What We Can Offer You
Not only do we offer free onsite parking and a competitive salary, but you’ll also have access to:
* Company funded Health Cash Plan – providing cash back for everyday healthcare costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy.
* 5% match pension.
* 25 days holiday plus holiday buy scheme.
* 24/7 E-Learning modules, Training and Development opportunities.
* Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to work schemes, Health cash plan.
* Colleague Assistance Programme & Colleague referral scheme.
About You
* Strong investigative skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Physical fitness and ability to perform field duties.
* Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations.
* Proficiency in using investigative tools and technology.
* A valid UK driving license (company car may be provided).
About Us
Smiths News is the UK’s largest news wholesaler. Our colleagues serve 23,000 retailers every day of the year, operating from 33 distribution centres.
Inclusion and diversity are important to us. We are working together to build and shape a culture that embraces people from all backgrounds, experiences, and orientations. Smiths News is dedicated to creating an authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.
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