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Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people – and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As the preeminent wine and spirits distributor, Southern Glazer’s isn't just one of Forbes’ Top Private Companies; it's a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.

Southern Glazer’s is proud of its well-earned positive reputation, continually achieving accolades for our outstanding workplace culture. We take pride in creating a culture where our people are valued, supported, and provided opportunities for growth and belonging.

As a full-time employee, you can choose from a wide-ranging menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.

By joining Southern Glazer’s, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.

The Dir II, Security will provide a secure environment by developing physical and technical security programs. The Dir II, Security will implement security programs and procedures to protect company personnel, property and reputation. The Dir II, Security will ensure that security procedures are properly executed by employees. The Dir II, Security will conduct internal and external investigations to resolve theft, workplace violence and misconduct at company facilities. The Dir II, Security will be the primary administrator of physical security components such as alarms, video assessment, access control and guard force management. The Dir II, Security will advise local leadership on security related issues and the mitigation of those issues. The Dir II, Security will support and execute the corporate security strategy at the direction of the Director of Corporate

Primary Responsibilities

• Coordinates all aspects of executing security contracts at all assigned location(s)
• Develop security education programs to raise employee awareness and reduce risk
• Develop and implement technical security solutions for facilities
• Develop and implement facility security guidelines and best practices
• Promote a culture that embraces a positive workplace environment and works with staff to create and maintain an environment reflective of those values.
• Develop and implement strategic and operational plans to achieve our short- and long-term security objectives and effectively communicate those objectives to leadership and employees
• Implement and maintain all security related policies and procedures and ensure they are effective and executed
• Conduct risk assessments for all locations and provide recommendations for risk mitigation, maintenance or updates as appropriate
• Partner with leadership to preserve crisis communication protocols and emergency response plans current

Additional Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for reduction of shrinkage and asset management
• Conduct internal and external investigations as appropriate for theft or unethical behavior
• Stay informed and aware of trends in security technology; evaluate products and make recommendations to implement when appropriate.
• Create and conduct security trainings and drills at all locations
• Initiate and maintain relationships with local and federal law enforcement and emergency response entities throughout the service area
• Manage and negotiate security contract terms and oversight of renewals
• Prepare, recommend, and implement building upgrades, moves, construction projects, and maintenance initiatives
• Create annual work plan and budget through financial and workflow metrics utilizing outsourced and staff resources to execute on a timely and cost-efficient strategy
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates Degree or higher
• 10+ years of experience in Law Enforcement, Military or Loss Prevention
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong organization, multi-tasking and time management skills
• Demonstrated experience managing security integrators and project management of security installations and upgrades.
• Strong communication skills – written, verbal, persuasion, motivation, facilitation of strong working relationships
• Knowledge of other MS Office Suite and/or software applications related to job functions
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, analytical/problem solving, problem management, presentation development, presentation, and communications skills
• Highly proficient in the use of video surveillance equipment/systems, including user knowledge, set-up, system capabilities, computer/printing interface, etc

Physical Demands

• Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or adding machine
• Physical demands with activity or condition may include occasional to rare amount of time include walking, bending, reaching, standing, and stooping
• May require occasional lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 15lbs

EEO Statement

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. SGWS complies with all federal, state and local laws concerning consideration of a qualified applicant's arrest and/or criminal conviction records. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.

If you have any questions or concerns about whether this posting complies/adheres with local pay transparency requirements, please contact the SGWS talent acquisition team at NationalTA@sgws.com