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Is being a loss prevention manager a good fit for you?

Plans how to stop stock, money and property being lost or stolen. Works out risks and puts protections in place.

What the work involves

  • Coordinates or carries out internal investigations of problems such as staff theft.
  • Runs systems and programmes to cut losses, control stock and improve safety.
  • Reviews exception reports and cash differences to make sure rules are followed.
  • Trains security staff, store managers and employees on preventing loss.

The interests that suit it

People in this work tend to be organising and persuading. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.

Hands-onLow. Building, fixing, and working with tools, machines, animals or the outdoors.
CuriousSome. Finding things out, solving problems, and working with ideas and data.
CreativeLow. Making things: art, writing, music, design and performance.
HelpingLow. Teaching, caring for and supporting people.
PersuadingStrong. Leading, selling, and making the calls.
OrganisingStrong. Keeping things in order: records, numbers and systems.

What it tends to reward

Compared with other work, this job stands out for:

  • Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
  • Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
  • Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.

How much training it needs

Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.

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