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Asset Protection Manager Jobs in Charleston, SC (NOW HIRING)

Responsibilities may include maintaining and repairing equipment, auditing asset protection processes, coordinating transportation logistics, managing inventory accuracy, supporting system ...

Responsibilities may include maintaining and repairing equipment, auditing asset protection processes, coordinating transportation logistics, managing inventory accuracy, supporting system ...

Implements and monitors asset protection and safety controls. Maintains quality assurance standards ... If a Store Manager role is not secured within that timeframe, next steps will be based on ...

Reviews and analyzes asset protection data and develops and implements action plans to reduce loss ... Manages inventory levels through ordering, keeping stock, liquidating stock, anticipating fast ...

Store Manager 1385

Charleston, SC · On-site

$16 - $20.80/hr

Partners with Asset Protection to prevent theft and lower shrink. * Communicates with District Sales Manager and keep them informed as to inventory movement. Driving inventory goals and strategies.

Partners with Asset Protection to prevent theft and lower shrink. * Communicates with District Sales Manager and keep them informed as to inventory movement. Driving inventory goals and strategies.

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How much do asset protection manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for asset protection manager in Charleston, SC is $50,532.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,300.00 and $56,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an asset protection manager do?

An asset protection manager prevents financial loss, theft, and fraud within a company. Your responsibilities include providing security to companies and ensuring the safety of company inventory. An asset protection manager does an investigation into any criminal activities that occur within the company. You manage security operations and protect customers from thieves and retail from theft. Your core duties are loss prevention and training other employees in optimizing safety and security. An asset protection manager patrols the sales floor and may even pretend to shop while you observe suspicious customers or behavior.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an asset protection manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Asset Protection Manager, you need strong analytical skills, knowledge of loss prevention strategies, and typically a background in criminal justice or business administration. Familiarity with surveillance technologies, incident reporting systems, and certifications such as LPQ or LPC are commonly required. Exceptional leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication help you manage teams and respond to security incidents. These skills are crucial for minimizing loss, ensuring safety, and maintaining operational integrity within an organization.

How does an asset protection manager typically collaborate with store leadership and other departments to minimize loss?

Asset Protection Managers work closely with store leadership, sales associates, and operations teams to develop and implement loss prevention strategies. They often conduct training sessions for staff on identifying suspicious activity, proper inventory procedures, and compliance with company policies. Regular meetings with department heads help ensure alignment on shrink reduction goals, while collaboration with human resources and legal teams is essential during investigations. This cross-functional teamwork is crucial for creating a safe, secure environment and reducing incidents of theft or fraud.

What is the difference between Asset Protection Manager vs Loss Prevention Specialist?

AspectAsset Protection ManagerLoss Prevention Specialist
CertificationsRelevant security and management certificationsSecurity and retail loss prevention certifications
Work EnvironmentRetail stores, warehouses, corporate securityRetail stores, distribution centers
Employer & IndustryRetail chains, department stores, supermarketsRetail industry, especially in stores
Primary FocusDeveloping security strategies, managing teamsDetecting theft, conducting investigations

While both roles focus on preventing theft and ensuring security, the Asset Protection Manager oversees broader security strategies and team management, whereas the Loss Prevention Specialist concentrates on identifying theft and conducting investigations within retail environments.

Is asset protection an entry level job?

Asset Protection Manager is typically a supervisory role that requires prior experience in retail or security, and often involves managing staff and implementing loss prevention strategies. It is generally not considered an entry-level position, as it requires skills in team leadership, security procedures, and sometimes certifications in security or safety. Entry-level roles in asset protection usually involve supporting roles such as security associate or loss prevention associate.

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Infographic showing various Asset Protection Manager job openings in Charleston, SC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,532 per year, or $24.3 per hour.

Executive Team Leader Assets Protection (Assistant Manager Loss Prevention) - Charleston, SC

Target

Charleston, SC • On-site

$64K - $128K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago


Target rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 7,000 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

14th of 39 rated national retailers


Job description

The pay range is $64,000.00 - $128,000.00

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position.These include labor markets and in some instancesmay include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Target cares about and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves.Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation.Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.

ALL ABOUT TARGET

Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision tolife through our values and culture.Learn more about Target here.

ALL ABOUT ASSETS PROTECTION

Assets Protection (AP) teams' function to keep our guests, team and brand safe and secure and lead through crisis events. They protect profitable sales by mitigating shortage risks, preventing, investigating and resolving theft and fraud to ensure product is available for our guest.

At Target, we believe in our team members having meaningful experiences that help them build and develop skills for a career. The role of an Executive Team Leader- Assets Protection can provide you with the:

  • Experience managing a safe and secure culture, including crisis response, a strong safety environment and crowd management planning and providing support to both guests and team members
  • Experience in creating strategic AP strategies and goals and delivering results through your team
  • Experience identifying strategic resolutions of external theft and fraud and apprehending individuals attempting to cause a loss, in accordance with Target policy
  • Experience managing the identification and resolution of internal investigations
  • Skills in recruiting, selecting and talent management of hourly team members and leaders

As an Executive Team Leader-Assets Protection, no two days are ever the same, but a typical day will most likely include the following responsibilities:

  • Drive total store sales and increase profitability by ensuring product is in stock and available to our guests
  • Manage, influence and validate a safe and secure culture by driving physical security and safety processes; lead store response and emergency crisis situations and create plans for in-store events
  • Educate store leaders and teams on emergency preparedness and physical security procedures
  • Identify shortage risks in key divisions and develop a strategy and tactics that will reduce shortage and drive profitable sales
  • Act as a key resource for company initiatives for AP team leaders in your district/market
  • Lead investigative and verbal de-escalation classroom trainings; facilitate other trainings as needed for your AP team, store or district
  • Maintain all required training
  • Manage the identification and resolution of internal investigations; complete internal interviews for your store and nearby stores at the discretion of your leader
  • Anticipate and identify theft and shortage trends in your store and develop proactive strategies to prevent shortage and theft
  • Determine operational shortage priorities; educate and influence store teams on these priorities
  • Manage the prevention, identification and resolution of external theft incidents and investigations
  • Work a schedule that aligns to guest and business needs based on safe and secure and theft patterns (this includes early morning/overnight shifts, evening and weekends)
  • Build partnerships to identify market trends and competition strategies; leverage guest insights and feedback to drive the business and be the destination of choice for our guests
  • Build a close partnership with Store Director
  • Develop, schedule and deploy resources based on safe and secure and theft trends
  • Plan, lead and follow-up on organizational and operational change
  • Establish a culture of accountability through clear expectations and performance management
  • Anticipate staffing needs, talent plan and recruit - both long and short term
  • Support the onboarding and development of AP Team Leaders in your district/market
  • Develop, coach and lead your team members and Team Leaders (if applicable) to elevate their skills and expertise
  • Create, communicate, influence and educate AP priorities (including shortage priorities) to your team, peers and store teams
  • Create and model the safety culture in store by recognizing safe behaviors and identifying and resolving safety hazards and unsafe behaviors; investigate injuries that occur to determine root cause and resolved through appropriate action plans and partnerships
  • Act as first responder for in-store incidents (e.g., security, weather, etc.)
  • Provide service and a shopping experience that meets the needs of the guest
  • Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias
  • As a key carrier, follow all safe and secure training and processes
  • All other duties based on business needs

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We might be a great match if:

  • Working in a fun and energetic environment makes you excited.... We work efficiently and as a team to deliver for our guests
  • Providing service to our guests that makes them say I LOVE TARGET! excites you.... That's why we love working at Target
  • Leading teams who are stocking, setting and selling Target product sounds like your thing... That's the core of what we do
  • You aren't looking for Monday thru Friday job where you are at a computer all day... We are busy all day (especially on the weekends), making it easy for the guest to feel welcomed, inspired and rewarded

The good news is that we have some amazing training that will help teach you everything you need to know to be an Executive Team Leader of Assets Protection. But, there are a few skills you should have from the get-go:

  • 4 year degree or equivalent experience
  • Meet any state or local licensure and/or other legal requirements related to the position
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Strong business acumen
  • Comfortable dealing with ambiguity
  • Manage conflict, lead and hold others accountable
  • Relate well with and interact with all levels of the organization
  • Strong cognitive skills, including problem analysis, decision making, financial and quantitative analysis
  • Learn and adapt to current technology needs
  • Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently

We are an awesome place to work and care about our teams, so we want to make sure we are clear on a few more basics that we expect:

  • Access all areas of the building to respond to guest or team member issues
  • Interpret instructions, reports and information
  • Apprehend subjects in accordance with company policy
  • Scan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 40 pounds
  • Climb up and down ladders
  • Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends and holidays) and regular attendance necessary

Benefits Eligibility

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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to candidate.accommodations@HRHelp.Target.com. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed through this channel.


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We're here to help all families discover the joy of everyday life. Target is a general merchandise retailer with stores in all 50 U.S. states and the District of Columbia. 75% of the U.S. population lives within 10 miles of a Target store. We employ 400,000+ Our tagline is "Expect More. Pay Less." We've been using it since 1994! The Target Corporation also owns Shipt and Roundel. More to love! Target is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, its hometown since the first Target store opened in 1962 under The Dayton Company.

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10,000+ Employees

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