Burlington Stores

Off-price retailer selling excess inventory

Distribution Center Asset Protection Supervisor

Loss Prevention & Asset ProtectionConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeUnited States$65k - $80k

About the Job

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in asset protection, loss prevention, or a related field; distribution or logistics experience managing teams of 15 or more associates is preferred.
A strong understanding of security systems such as closed-circuit television, card access, and burglary alarms.
An associate's or bachelor's degree in criminal justice, business management, or a related field is preferred.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, nights, and weekends, to support a 24/7 operation.
Ability to perform a mix of office-based and on-the-floor activities, including walking or standing for extended periods.

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and motivate a team of up to 40 or more associates, fostering accountability, engagement, and high performance.
Set expectations, establish measurable goals, monitor attendance, and conduct regular performance feedback and evaluations.
Identify training needs and provide coaching and development opportunities to strengthen individual and team capabilities.
Develop, enforce, and maintain safe and secure practices to protect company assets, inventory, facilities, and personnel.
Investigate theft, fraud, shrink, and security breaches; document findings and implement corrective and preventative actions to reduce risk.
Verify, document, and track inbound and outbound shipments at truck gates, and conduct trailer yard audits, including weekend assignments supporting end-of-month reporting.
Support Distribution Center Safety and Operations teams by promoting compliance with safety policies, procedures, and secure-workplace standards.
Identify operational and security risks and partner with cross-functional teams to recommend and implement mitigation strategies.
Ensure adherence to asset protection standards, including visible badge compliance, clear-bag policies, and access control across all shifts.
Build and maintain partnerships with Distribution Center Operations, Safety, Human Resources, Facilities and Maintenance, and Logistics teams.
Liaise with external partners, including law enforcement, to support investigations or security incidents when required.
Analyze data and reports to identify trends, assess risk, and measure the effectiveness of asset protection programs and initiatives.
Use warehouse management systems, yard management systems, and other reporting tools to identify exceptions, drive corrective actions, and improve operational performance.
Manage Distribution Center Lost & Found processes, asset protection supplies, and security vehicle maintenance.
Oversee a multi-shift operation, including overnight and weekend shifts, with multi-site responsibility.
Provide direction to the DCAP Shift Lead, Traffic Control Agent, and third-party guard service when applicable.
Travel frequently between assigned distribution sites, commonly within a 25-mile radius; occasional travel to peer sites, off-site meetings, and third-party Pool Points may be required.

Desired Qualifications

At least 3 years of relevant experience in asset protection, loss prevention, or a related field.
Experience with incident investigation and crisis management.
Wicklander or Zulawski Interview Training licenses or certifications.

Position Overview

The DC Asset Protection Supervisor leads a team of up to 40 associates in ensuring that both our team members and properties are safe and secure. Additionally, the role oversees a multi-shift operation including overnights and weekends and includes multi-site responsibility. This role is integral to maintaining operational integrity by managing truck gate accuracy, as well as, to some degree, truck yard accuracy. The DCAP Supervisor will have a demonstrated ability of building strong teams and partnerships while being able to leverage data to mitigate theft and fraud.

Primary working hours: Saturday - Monday 10am - 10pm

A Day in the Life

Leads, coaches, and motivates a team of up to 40+ associates, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and high performance.
Provides clear direction by setting expectations, establishing measurable goals, monitoring attendance, and conducting regular performance feedback and evaluations.
Practices everyday development by identifying training needs and delivering coaching and development opportunities that enhance individual and team capabilities.
Develops, enforces, and maintains safe and secure practices to protect company assets, including inventory, facilities, and personnel.
Investigates incidents involving theft, fraud, shrink, or security breaches; documents findings and implements corrective and preventative actions to reduce risk.
Oversees accurate verification, documentation, and tracking of inbound and outbound shipments at truck gates and conducts trailer yard audits, including weekend assignments to support end‑of‑month reporting.
Supports Distribution Center Safety and Operations teams by promoting compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and secure‑workplace standards.
Identifies potential operational and security risks and partners with cross‑functional teams to recommend and implement mitigation strategies.
Ensures consistent adherence to asset protection standards, including visible badge compliance, clear‑bag policies, and access control across all shifts.
Builds and maintains strong partnerships with internal stakeholders such as DC Operations, Safety, Human Resources, Facilities/Maintenance, and Logistics teams.
Acts as a liaison with external partners, including law enforcement, when required to support investigations or security incidents.
Analyzes data and reporting to identify trends, assess risk, and measure the effectiveness of asset protection programs and initiatives.
Effectively leverages technology, including WMS, YMS, and other reporting tools, to identify exceptions, drive corrective actions, and improve operational performance.
Manages Distribution Center Lost & Found processes, asset protection supplies, and security vehicle maintenance as part of overall site security support.

Job titles of the positions supervised:

DCAP Shift Lead
Traffic Control Agent
Provides direction to 3rd Party Guard Service when/where applicable

You'll Come With

Basic Qualifications:

2+ years of experience in asset protection, loss prevention, or a related field, preferably in a distribution or logistics environment managing teams of 15+ associates.
Strong understanding of security systems such as CCTV, Card Access, and Burglary Alarms.
Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to build trust and collaboration across teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

3+ years of relevant experience in asset protection, loss prevention, or related field.
An Associate's or Bachelors Degree in criminal justice, business management, or a related field.
Experience with incident investigation and crisis management.
Licenses/Certifications - Wicklander, Zulawski Interview Training.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, nights, and weekends, to support a 24/7 operation
This role is fast-paced and requires a mix of office-based and 'on-the-floor activities', including walking or standing for extended periods of time. Frequent travel between assigned distribution sites may be expected. This travel most commonly will fall into a 25-mile radius. Occasional travel to peer sites to support critical business needs or attend off-site meetings can also be expected. Travel of distances greater than those described is limited but could occur infrequently based on business needs. This travel may include visiting third party Pool Points.

Come join our team. You’re going to like it here!

You will enjoy competitive wages, flexible hours, and an associate discount. Burlington’s benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance. Full-time associates are also eligible for paid time off, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan.

We are a rapidly growing brand and provide a variety of training and development opportunities so our associates can grow with us. Our teams work hard and have fun together! Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day. Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity

Individual pay decisions will be based on a variety of factors, such as but not limited to, qualifications, education, job-related skills, relevant experience, and geographic location.

Compensation Range: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00

About the Company

Burlington Stores

Off-price retailer selling excess inventory

Burlington Stores buys excess inventory from manufacturers and other retailers and resells it in its physical stores and online at discounted prices for brand-name clothing, home decor, and more. Customers access a wide assortment of recognizable brands at reduced prices, with options like gift cards and a loyalty program. It differentiates itself by offering a large off-price selection across categories and a strong emphasis on corporate social responsibility, diversity, and community initiatives. Its goal is to provide meaningful savings while maintaining quality and value and to grow its reach through both stores and online channels.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Greensboro, NC
Founded: 1923

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