
Asset Protection Operations Coach
Job Description
Drives Sales and Merchandise Presentation
- Drives sales by ensuring effective merchandise presentation, including accurate and competitive pricing, proper signage, appropriate inventory levels, and cleanliness of the area.
- Oversees stocking and rotation of merchandise, sets up and organizes product displays, and secures fragile and high-shrink items.
- Assesses economic trends and community needs to guide merchandising decisions.
Leads and Develops Teams
- Leads by example through teaching, training, and actively listening to associates.
- Conducts store tours and provides feedback (“Tour to Teach”) while communicating business initiatives, technology changes, and company direction.
- Guides teams through change efforts, sets clear expectations, and aligns teams to achieve business goals.
Models Exceptional Customer Service
- Demonstrates the “One Best Way” (OBW) service model.
- Manages and supports customer service initiatives such as “Store of the Community” and local outreach programs.
- Ensures customer concerns are resolved, identifies areas for improvement, and implements solutions for a high-quality experience.
Develops and Supports Hourly Associates
- Hires, trains, and mentors associates, sets clear duties and expectations, and recognizes performance.
- Communicates expectations consistently, ensures staffing needs are met, and supports associates’ career growth and development.
Controls Loss and Drives Profitability
- Improves profitability by setting performance goals, enforcing policies, and reviewing inventory variances.
- Conducts audits, analyzes deficiency trends, and trains associates on operational controls to reduce shrink.
Investigates Policy Violations and Criminal Activity
- Detects, investigates, and resolves internal and external theft and policy violations.
- Collects evidence, writes reports, and may provide courtroom testimony.
- Collaborates with law enforcement and other investigative entities.
Promotes Safety and Risk Management
- Oversees the facility’s safety program and supervises the safety team.
- Identifies accident trends, trains associates on prevention, and implements safety plans.
- Communicates action plans to ensure a safe work environment.
Oversees Asset Protection Training and Execution
- Reviews training compliance with asset protection, safety, claims, and receiving procedures.
- Identifies gaps between expectations and training delivery and provides appropriate training solutions.
Manages Claims and Receiving Operations
- Ensures timely and accurate processing of damaged, defective, returned, or liquidated merchandise.
- Provides direction for supplier and third-party deliveries, maintains documentation, and resolves issues.
Coordinates Key Assignments and Stakeholder Relations
- Builds strong relationships with stakeholders, supports strategic initiatives, and measures progress toward goals.
- Identifies opportunities for improvement and promotes a culture of adaptability and continuous learning.
Ensures Compliance with Company Values and Ethics
- Implements action plans in alignment with company mission and values.
- Applies the Open Door Policy and provides direction on ethical business practices.
Leadership Competencies
Respect the Individual
- Builds high-performing teams and fosters a workplace culture of belonging.
- Embraces diversity, communicates with impact, and empowers talent.
- Recognizes contributions and ensures all associates feel seen and supported.
Act with Integrity
- Models the highest standards of ethics and accountability.
- Makes a positive impact on associates, customers, and communities.
- Acts humbly and transparently in all business interactions.
Serve Our Customers and Members
- Prioritizes the customer and considers how, where, and when they shop.
- Applies EDLP (Every Day Low Price) and EDLC (Every Day Low Cost) strategies to all decisions.
- Balances short- and long-term priorities for all stakeholders.
Strive for Excellence
- Displays curiosity, embraces change, and encourages learning from mistakes.
- Drives continuous improvement and supports technological innovation.
- Leads others through change with resilience and courage.
Compensation and Benefits
At Walmart, we offer competitive pay and performance-based bonuses, along with a variety of benefits for your mind, body, and wallet:
- Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision
- Financial Benefits: 401(k), stock purchase, life insurance
- Time Off: PTO, sick leave, parental leave, jury duty, voting, bereavement
- Other: Disability coverage, company discounts, military leave, adoption & surrogacy assistance
You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO for vacation, holidays, or sick time. Eligibility and accrual rates vary by position and length of employment. More details: One.Walmart.com
Live Better U
Walmart covers 100% of tuition, books, and fees for educational programs, including high school completion, certificates, ESL, and bachelor’s degrees. Available to both full-time and part-time associates.