Moon Valley Nurseries · 1 week ago
Manager, Asset Protection and Investigations
Scottsdale, AZ
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expMoon Valley Nurseries is the largest grower of box trees and palms in North America, and they are seeking a Manager of Asset Protection and Investigations. This role is responsible for protecting the company's physical assets and overseeing security programs across various locations, while collaborating with multiple departments to ensure compliance and effective incident response.
Retail
Responsibilities
Serve as the company’s central contact for asset protection across all nurseries, farms, and corporate facilities
Manage and monitor alarm systems, CCTV/video surveillance, and access controls to ensure full functionality and appropriate coverage
Maintain and oversee key control processes for the corporate office and field sites, including issuance, logs, and/or audits
Conduct regular facility security audits to assess risks, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend corrective actions
Review daily/weekly camera footage and alarm reports to proactively identify potential issues or suspicious activity
Lead and document investigations involving theft, loss, vandalism, or policy violations at any location
Collaborate with Operations, HR, and law enforcement as necessary to gather evidence, interview witnesses, and prepare reports
Track incident trends to identify root causes and develop prevention programs or process improvements
Manage the intake, investigation, and resolution of all reported security incidents or suspicious activity
Maintain detailed and confidential case files and ensure follow-through on corrective actions
Responsible for leading the necessary sales and customer audits to ensure compliance within all processes
Develop contingency planning, training and preparation for emergent situations (e.g., active shooter, natural disasters)
Partner with leadership to develop and refine company-wide asset protection policies and procedures
Support the rollout of security technologies and tools — including new cameras, access systems, and alarm upgrades
Train and build awareness among nursery and farm teams on loss prevention, security procedures, and incident reporting
Work cross-functionally with HR, IT, Facilities, and Operations to ensure asset protection is integrated into daily operations
Prepare periodic reports and dashboards summarizing incident data, system performance, and audit outcomes for senior leadership
Ensure compliance with company policies, local regulations, and vendor security standards
Evaluate vendor performance for alarm and camera services and recommend contract improvements where needed
Stay informed on security best practices and emerging technologies relevant to agricultural, retail, and corporate environments
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in asset protection, loss prevention, or security operations (multi-site experience required)
Demonstrated experience conducting theft or loss investigations, interviewing, and preparing professional reports
Proven ability to manage CCTV, alarm, and access-control systems across multiple locations
Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to handle sensitive situations with discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment
Self-motivated and capable of working independently in a fast-paced, geographically dispersed organization
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and able to learn security monitoring and case management platforms
Willingness to travel to nursery and farm locations as needed (~25% or more based on need)
Availability for after-hours or weekend response to incidents or alarms
Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Business, or related field — or equivalent work experience
Subject to MVR and criminal background check (In accordance with applicable fair chance laws, rules, and regulations)
Preferred
Background in retail, agricultural, or service related environments
Certification in security or investigations (e.g., CPP, PSP, WZ) preferred
Experience working with law enforcement or external investigators
Knowledge of facility access systems, physical security design, and vendor management
Benefits
Medical insurance
401(k)
Holidays
PTO
Company
Moon Valley Nurseries
Moon Valley Nurseries is a retail company that provides trees, palms and shrubs.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$775MKey Investors
Stonecourt Capital
2021-10-14Private Equity· $775M
2021-10-14Debt Financing
Leadership Team
Brian Flood
Chief Executive Officer
Joseph Dougherty
EVP, Special Counsel to the CEO
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