Head – Security & Loss Prevention
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30+ days ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Title: Head Security & Loss Prevention
Department: Administration
Reports To: Head HR
Location: Kiambu County
Role Purpose:
To lead and manage all security safety and loss prevention initiatives across manufacturing plants warehouses offices. The role ensures protection of company assets employees and reputation by implementing robust physical security investigations and preventive controls to minimize losses due to theft pilferage and fraud.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Leadership
Develop and implement the organizations security and loss prevention strategy in alignment with business objectives.
Establish policies standards and procedures for security safety and asset protection across all sites.
Drive a culture of vigilance accountability and proactive risk management.
2. Physical Security Management
Oversee security operations for all manufacturing facilities offices warehouses and logistics routes.
Manage in-house and outsourced security teams ensuring adequate deployment training and performance.
Ensure proper installation and maintenance of access control CCTV surveillance and alarm systems.
Coordinate with local law enforcement agencies and emergency services when required.
3. Loss Prevention & Risk Control
Identify assess and mitigate internal and external risks related to theft product pilferage counterfeit and stock loss.
Conduct regular audits and surprise checks at plants warehouses and distribution points.
Implement preventive and corrective measures to reduce shrinkage and operational losses.
Collaborate with supply chain and finance teams to investigate stock variances and process loopholes.
4. Investigation & Incident Management
Lead investigations into theft fraud accidents and misconduct cases.
Ensure proper documentation reporting and follow-up actions for all incidents.
Maintain liaison with police regulatory bodies and intelligence networks for legal and preventive actions.
5. Compliance & Safety
Ensure compliance with company policies statutory regulations and health and safety standards.
Drive regular training and awareness sessions for employees and contract staff on safety and security protocols.
Oversee emergency preparedness crisis response and evacuation plans.
6. Team Leadership & Development
Build train and lead a competent security and loss prevention team.
Develop performance metrics and conduct regular reviews of team and contractor effectiveness.
Promote continuous improvement through best practices technology and innovation in security management.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
Reduction in shrinkage and loss percentages.
Incident response time and resolution effectiveness.
Compliance audit scores for security and safety.
Employee and asset safety index.
Cost efficiency of security operations.
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelors degree in Security Management Criminology or related field; advanced diploma/certification preferred.
Minimum 1015 years of experience in managing security in a manufacturing plant setup.
Proven experience in handling multi-site operations investigations and loss prevention programs.
Ex-service background from armed forces police.
Strong understanding of access control systems CCTV fire safety and emergency response procedures.
Should be available to join immediately.
Skills & Competencies:
Strategic thinking and analytical problem-solving.
Strong leadership and people management abilities.
Excellent communication and coordination with cross-functional teams.
Integrity discretion and sound judgment under pressure.
Knowledge of local laws regulatory frameworks and security technologies.
Working Conditions:
Based at the manufacturing headquarters with frequent travel to regional plants warehouses and depots.
24/7 availability for emergencies or critical incidents.
Company Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
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