Loss Prevention Operations Manager – Ontario

Department: Investigations & Risk Mitigation

Location: Ontario (Toronto), Canada

Reports to: Director, Investigations & Risk Mitigation

Salary: $85,000–$110,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications

Position Overview

The Loss Prevention Operations Manager will lead and develop loss prevention operations across Ontario, with a focus on building a cohesive, consistent, and results-driven program. This role requires an experienced loss prevention professional with strong leadership skills, extensive industry knowledge, and the ability to develop high-performing teams, strengthen client relationships, and implement effective strategies to reduce shrink and mitigate risk.

Working closely with the Director of Investigations & Risk Mitigation, the successful candidate will help standardize operational practices, improve service delivery, develop talent, and support the growth of the loss prevention business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee loss prevention operations and service delivery across Ontario.

• Build and implement a cohesive loss prevention program with consistent procedures, training, reporting, and performance standards.

• Lead, coach, and develop employees and supervisors, fostering a collaborative culture of accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

• Develop and implement strategies to address retail theft, organized retail crime, internal theft, fraud, and inventory shrinkage.

• Monitor operational performance, analyze trends, and implement improvements to service quality and client outcomes.

• Build and maintain strong client relationships, address operational concerns, and identify opportunities to enhance service delivery.

• Support budgeting, staffing, resource allocation, and business development initiatives.

• Ensure operations comply with applicable legislation, company policies, and client requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

• 5-7 years of progressive experience in loss prevention, asset protection, retail investigations, or a related field.

• 3–5 years of leadership or management experience overseeing teams, multiple locations, or complex operations.

• Extensive practical knowledge of retail loss prevention, apprehensions, internal investigations, organized retail crime, and shrink reduction strategies.

• Demonstrated experience building or improving loss prevention programs, operational processes, and performance standards.

• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop teams while fostering a positive and accountable workplace culture.

• Strong client relationship management, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Experience with operational reporting, performance metrics, and resource management.

• Knowledge of relevant Ontario legislation and loss prevention best practices.

• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel throughout Ontario as required.

• Must hold a valid Ontario Security Guard Licence in good standing.

Key Leadership Competencies

• Strong, collaborative, and people-focused leadership.

• Strategic thinking and program development.

• Operational expertise and sound decision-making.

• Accountability, integrity, and professionalism.

• Client-focused service delivery and continuous improvement.

Measures of Success

• Enhancing a consistent, cohesive loss prevention program across Ontario.

• Improving operational effectiveness and client outcomes.

• Building a high-performing, collaborative team.

• Strengthening client relationships and supporting business growth.

• Implementing measurable performance standards and continuous improvement initiatives.

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity for an experienced loss prevention leader to help shape and grow a provincial program. The successful candidate will bring deep industry expertise, a commitment to developing people, and the ability to build a unified operation that delivers measurable value to clients and supports long-term business growth.

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