Director Physical Product Security
Fanatics
Director Physical Product Security
Fanatics
China-based licensed sports merchandise retailer
Fanatics is a leading global sports platform redefining how fans connect with the teams, players and moments they love. Our businesses — Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, Fanatics Betting & Gaming, Fanatics Events, Fanatics Advertising, Fanatics Markets and Fanatics Studios — maximize the presence and reach for hundreds of partners globally and create a one-stop experience that allows fans to buy, bet, collect, and earn, while engaging with sports in deeper, more immersive ways. This includes licensed fan gear and lifestyle products, sportsbook and iGaming, physical and digital trading cards, live events, premium sports entertainment content, credit card offerings and more. Together, they form a powerful, integrated ecosystem — connected by the Fanatics ONE loyalty program and FanCash, the currency of sport — delivering personalized experiences to over 100 million fans worldwide. Fanatics holds partnerships with over 900 sports properties, from professional leagues and players’ associations to teams, colleges and retail partners; over 7,000 athletes and celebrities; and over 2,000 retail locations, including all Lids stores. Backed by a team of more than 22,000 employees, Fanatics is committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience.
Director of Physical Product Security
On-site in Dallas, Texas; or possibly New York, Florida, or California | Reports to VP of Global Security
About the Company
Fanatics Collectibles is a new company operating at the intersection of collectibles, culture, and technology. Backed by world-class investors, operators, and sports & entertainment partners, we are building the global leader in next-generation collectibles. As part of the broader Fanatics ecosystem, we leverage a digital sports platform that spans over 900 sports properties and engages more than 81 million fans. Together, we are reimagining every part of the collectibles experience for fans, partners, and creators.
This is a newly created, senior leadership role responsible for building and owning the global physical product security strategy across the company's collectible trading card business. The Director will define how the organization protects its products — from ideation and product development, through manufacturing, packing and distribution, retail, and vaulting operations — and will serve as the internal authority on product security risk, standards, and execution.
▸ Design and implement a comprehensive global physical product security framework covering product design and anti-counterfeiting measures, manufacturing, packing, warehousing, shipping and fulfillment, and proprietary retail.
▸ Partner on loss prevention strategy across all channels, with accountability for shrinkage targets globally.
▸ Develop and enforce product security standards, policies, and operating procedures across all regions.
▸ Partner with supply chain, operations, retail, and e-commerce leadership to embed security controls into business processes without disrupting commercial performance.
▸ Build a comprehensive anti-counterfeiting program.
▸ Lead threat and risk assessments — including on third-party manufacturing, counterfeiting, product tampering, pack searching, internal theft, and organized retail crime.
▸ Report regularly to the VP of Global Security and senior leadership on risk posture, incidents, and strategic initiatives.
▸ 10+ years in physical security, with at least 5 years in a management or leadership role within a high-value consumer goods, luxury product, collectibles, technology, or comparable environment.
▸ Proven track record designing and executing enterprise-wide product security programs across multiple geographies.
▸ Strong ability to identify security risks across product lifecycles - from ideation through manufacturing, packing, shipping and retail - and propose practical solutions for risk mitigation.
▸ Deep expertise in anti-counterfeiting.
▸ Deep expertise in loss prevention and supply chain security.
▸ Strong cross-functional influencer — able to align security objectives with business priorities.
▸ Experience managing global teams across diverse regulatory and cultural environments.
▸ Certifications such as CPP (Certified Protection Professional) or PSP (Physical Security Professional) are a plus.
▸ Willingness to travel up to 50%, with occasional travel up to 75%.
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NYC Salary Range 168750 - 210000 USD
Fanatics China is a joint venture between Fanatics Inc. and Hillhouse Capital that localizes and scales licensed sports merchandise for China. It designs, manufactures, and markets fan gear for Chinese consumers, operating a multi-channel model that includes building and running e-commerce sites for global leagues and teams, exploring online marketplaces, and developing physical retail concepts. Its product workflow combines technology, data, and on-demand manufacturing to manage the entire supply chain, enabling fast response to demand. The company differentiates itself through a China-focused approach backed by Hillhouse’s network and investments, its end-to-end vertical commerce model, and partnerships with hundreds of sports organizations, which together help it navigate China’s complex retail landscape. The goal is to satisfy a previously underserved Chinese market for licensed sports merchandise by creating localized products and channels that connect fans with official gear.
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