Location: United States of America
State/Province/City: Ohio
City: Groveport
Business Unit: Distribution Centres (DC)
Time Type: Full-time
Senior Specialist, Asset Protection & Safety | Columbus
Description & Requirements
who we are
lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.
about this team
The Asset Protection & Safety team protects people, product, property, and operations through workplace safety, security, compliance, investigations, and risk management programs. The AP & Safety Specialist supports the day-to-day execution of these programs and partners with operational teams to help maintain a safe, secure, and compliant workplace. Creating safe spaces where our people and business can thrive.
We are hiring for the following shifts:
Tuesday - Saturday - 6AM - 2:30PM
Sunday - Thursday - 2PM - 10:30PM
Tuesday - Saturday - 10PM - 6:30AM
core responsibilities
Within Global Fulfillment AP&S, Distribution Centers, the Senior Asset Protection & Safety Specialist supports a safe, secure, and compliant workplace through operational leadership, investigations, training, and risk mitigation activities. This role serves as the AP&S Leader on Duty when assigned, providing guidance and escalation support for site operations, while also functioning as an experienced specialist supporting safety, security, asset protection, and compliance programs.
- Support daily execution of Asset Protection and Safety programs and initiatives.
- Serve as the AP&S Leader on Duty as assigned, providing operational leadership, incident escalation support, and decision-making guidance for day-to-day safety, security, asset protection, and emergency response activities.
- Provide coaching, guidance, and support to Asset Protection & Safety team members and employees.
- Conduct safety inspections, audits, workplace observations, and risk assessments.
- Conduct or support investigations involving injuries, near misses, theft, misconduct, and security incidents.
- Support the implementation and follow-up of corrective actions and risk reduction activities.
- Develop practical guidance, including equipment-use job aids and reference materials, to strengthen safe work practices and support consistent execution across site teams.
- Facilitate safety, security, compliance, and emergency response training, including onboarding, Safety School, and refresher training.
- Support emergency preparedness activities, drills, and site response efforts.
- Support access control, CCTV, incident reporting, and physical security operations.
- Track and report safety, security, compliance, and asset protection metrics and trends.
- Partner with Operations, Facilities, People & Culture, and cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate risk.
- Serve as a subject matter resource for day-to-day Asset Protection and Safety questions and concerns.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in Asset Protection, Safety, Security, Loss Prevention, Compliance, Operations, or a related field.
- Knowledge of workplace safety, security operations, investigations, incident response, and risk mitigation practices.
- Experience conducting investigations, audits, inspections, or compliance reviews.
- Experience using CCTV, access control, incident reporting systems, and related security technologies.
- Experience facilitating training, coaching others, and supporting onboarding or development activities.
- PIT Train-the-Trainer certification considered an asset, or willingness to obtain based on business needs.
- Ability to assess risk, exercise sound judgment, de-escalate situations, and respond effectively during emergencies or critical incidents.
- Strong communication, collaboration, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to build relationships, influence outcomes, and work effectively with cross-functional partners.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience in a fulfillment, distribution, warehouse, manufacturing, retail, or security environment preferred.
- Ability to meet attendance requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs frequently
- Ability to stand/walk for the entirety of scheduled hours in a shift.
- Comfortable working in an environment where multiple temperature zones are maintained.
- Ability to tolerate variable noise levels.
- Flexible and adaptable with scheduling, including weekends, nights, some required holidays, occasional after-hours requirements, and overtime as needed.
- Must be able to understand, speak, and read English with sufficient proficiency to follow safety policies, training, and instructions. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
- Must successfully obtain and maintain required First Aid certification and be prepared to administer first aid in accordance with training and established procedures when required.
must haves
- Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.
- Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
- Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.
- Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
- Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
- Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working.
additional notes
Authorization to work in the United States is required for this role.
Drug Testing Disclaimer:
This position is considered safety-sensitive. Therefore, per lululemon’s U.S. Pre-Employment Drug Testing Policy (Distribution Centers), all candidates who receive a conditional job offer for this position must undergo a 10-Panel drug test. A failed drug test or refusal to take or complete the drug test will result in withdrawal of the conditional job offer.
compensation and benefits package
Target Bonus: 5%
Total Target Base Pay Range: $30.71 - $34.13/hour
Additional Shift Premiums: $1.00, depending on location
lululemon’s compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional team performance. The base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. As part of our offerings, employees are eligible for our compensation bonus program, subject to program eligibility requirements.
- Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans
- Paid time off
- Savings and retirement plan matching
- Generous employee discount
- Fitness & yoga classes
- Parenthood top-up
- Extensive catalog of development course offerings
- People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)
Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.
Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. Lululemon is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, state or provincial and local laws and ordinances. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, discipline, transfer, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. While management is primarily responsible for seeing that Lululemon equal employment opportunity policies are implemented, you share in the responsibility for assuring that, by your personal actions, the policies are effective.
lululemon is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you would like someone from our team to contact you for individualized support, email us at[email protected]
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The use of AI tools, including but not limited to ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Gemini, DeepSeek, or any other AI-assisted software, is strictly prohibited during the interview process. This includes, AI-generated responses, content creation, or any form of automated assistance in live interviews, case studies, technical assessments, or written submissions.
At lululemon, we are committed to privacy, integrity, transparency, and ethical hiring practices. Our commitment to responsible AI ensures that proprietary information is protected and that all hiring decisions are based on an individual’s own skills, judgment, and expertise without AI assistance. Any use of AI during the interview process will result in immediate disqualification. lululemon reserves the right to use AI detection tools to verify the authenticity of candidate responses.