Saks Fifth Avenue Asset Protection Manager
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Compensation
- $78,007–97,509/year
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Jun 8, 2026
About Saks Fifth Avenue
Saks Fifth Avenue is a premier luxury department store and a cornerstone of the Saks Global portfolio. Renowned for a carefully curated assortment of designer fashion and high-touch client service, the brand blends immersive in-store experiences with an elevated digital offering across its North American locations.
Asset Protection Manager at Saks Fifth Avenue in Boston, FL. Lead loss prevention and security for luxury retail store; $78K–$98K annual salary.
Role & Responsibilities
- Oversee overall inventory shortage performance and execute the complete Asset Protection strategy for the assigned store location
- Partner closely with store leadership, investigators, and cross-functional teams to drive awareness, accountability, and results
- Directly oversee and guide Asset Protection Investigators, providing daily leadership and strategic direction
- Identify internal and external theft exposures and implement proactive strategies to reduce inventory loss
- Facilitate store-wide communication, training, safety sessions, and shortage awareness initiatives to reinforce best practices
- Lead planning and execution of annual physical inventory and reconciliation processes
- Oversee audit planning, execution, and documentation to ensure internal audit readiness
- Review audit findings, summarize results, and drive corrective actions in partnership with store leadership
- Ensure all physical security standards are maintained and address issues promptly
- Oversee camera system functionality and recommend strategic enhancements
- Ensure compliance with apprehension guidelines and all applicable laws during investigations
- Partner with investigators to prepare cases for interviews and resolution
- Deliver performance feedback and support mid-year and annual review processes for direct reports
- Coach investigators to strengthen investigative skills, decision-making capability, and professional standards
Qualifications
- Proven leadership experience with strong relationship-building, coaching, and influencing capabilities
- 5+ years of retail Asset Protection experience, preferably in high-volume or complex retail environments
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Confidence interacting with store leadership and presenting to diverse audiences
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with demonstrated success identifying shortage exposures
- Proficiency with retail security systems, reporting platforms, and productivity software
- Experience leading diverse teams to achieve operational, statistical, and developmental goals
- College degree preferred
Skills
Experience
5+ years of retail Asset Protection experience, preferably in high-volume or complex retail environments. Demonstrated success in identifying shortage exposures and implementing effective mitigation strategies within fast-paced retail settings.
Education
College degree preferred
Workplace
This position is based in Boston, Florida, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 78,007 to USD 97,509 per annum.
Benefits
Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital and accident insurance, employee discount, career advancement opportunities
Culture
Saks Fifth Avenue emphasizes a high‑standard, client‑centric retail culture that fuses creative visual storytelling with commercial rigor. The environment rewards initiative and offers cross‑functional career mobility across retail, digital and corporate disciplines within the Saks Global portfolio.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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