Head of Security & Loss Prevention

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 industrial or FMCG security management.
  

• Proven experience in handling multi-site operations investigations and loss prevention programs.
  

• Ex-service background from armed forces police will be an added advantage.
  

• Strong understanding of access control systems CCTV fire safety and emergency response procedures.
  

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.