Security Manager Supply Chain & Offices

Security Manager Supply Chain & Offices at Action

The Security Manager for Supply Chain & Offices plays a critical role in safeguarding Action’s operations by developing and executing a comprehensive security strategy across both supply chain and office environments. This position is responsible for ensuring the protection of assets, people, and processes by proactively identifying and mitigating security risks.

Key responsibilities include supporting organization-wide risk management initiatives, implementing measures to prevent and respond to fraud, and managing incidents that may impact the integrity of the supply chain or office functions. A core focus of the role is to reduce stock loss through targeted prevention strategies, data analysis, and collaboration with internal stakeholders. The Security Manager also works closely with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with security policies, conducts regular assessments, and drives continuous improvement in security practices. By fostering a culture of vigilance and accountability, this role contributes directly to the resilience and efficiency of Action’s operations.

Key tasks and responsibilities are:

• Develops Action’s strategy, policies and procedures on Supply Chain & Offices Security based on subject matter expertise and organizational objectives (e.g. risk appetite).
• Leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of risk management processes, methodologies, procedures, and tools across Action’s supply chain and office functions. This includes a strong focus on minimizing stock loss, enhancing operational resilience, and ensuring effective fraud prevention.
• Manages Risk Assessments to assist senior management, country management and functional directors in their identification and assessment of Supply Chain & Offices Security risks as well as the related remediating actions.

Meet your team

The Security Manager Supply Chain & Offices is part of the Fraud and Security Department and reports directly to the Head of Fraud & Security. The Security Manager Supply Chain & Offices leads the Security Manager Supply Chain & Offices team consisting of Security Experts.

This is you:

• Analytical mindset and ability to relate strategic company objectives to own activities
• Hands on mentality and excellent communication skills • Acts with integrity and constructive critical mindset
• Proposes and implements efficient and effective working methods with the least possible complexity
• Demonstrates a high level of pragmatism
• Is very organised, can structure activities and projects, sticks to agreements within deadlines and according to guidelines
• Works efficiently and effectively, also when under time pressure
• Works effectively with others to achieve common targets

Further requirement:

• Economic, Law or Exact Sciences grade, WO level (master degree), a fraud certification such as CFE is preferred;
• At least 12 years of experience, of which a substantial part in the domain of fraud or Supply Chain & Offices Security management;
• Experience in managing and coaching a team of Security professionals;
• Solid understanding of Supply Chain & Offices Security Risk Management principles, also including the execution of forensic investigations;
• Solid understanding of and experience with the application of data analytics to Fraud Risk Management;
• Solid understanding of physical and technical Supply Chain & Offices security measures and requirements
• Knowledge of and experience in fraud management systems;
• Knowledge of TAPA (Transported Asset Protection Association)
• Experience in the retail sector preferred;
• Fluent in English (speaking and writing), fluency in French and German preferred.

What we offer

Surprisingly more! From our bustling home base in the Netherlands, you’ll have an impact on the whole of Europe. The counter now stands at more than 3000 stores in 13 countries and millions of smiles from our customers. And we have big growth ambitions. For Action and for you. Because our growth means that you can always take new steps. A different job, an interesting innovation project, new skills: as a professional you can develop without limits. And all this in a culture where our shared values are truly lived: Customer focus, teamwork, simplicity, discipline, cost conscious and respect.

Did you know that you can also count on us for:

• A market-based salary
• 24 days of holiday and the option to buy 5 extra days (based on 38 hours per week)
• Flexible working hours and the possibility of working up to 40% from home, of course in coordination with your team and manager
• 15% staff discount on your purchases at Action
• A good pension scheme, collective health insurance and travel expenses allowance. Zwaagdijk-Oost is traffic jam-free and only 30 minutes by car from Amsterdam.

How we contribute to society

Surprisingly much! From our international head office in the Netherlands you have an impact on what happens in our stores in all European countries. We welcome more than 15 million customers every week in more than 2900 stores in 12 European countries. We have great growth ambitions. For Action and for you. Because our growth means that you can always take new steps. A different position, an interesting innovation project, new skills: you can continue to develop as a professional. And all this in a culture where our values are central: customer focus, teamwork, simplicity, discipline, cost consciousness and respect.

Interested?

We are proud to be an inclusive employer, and we warmly invite anyone who recognises themselves in the vacancy to apply. So take action and respond to this vacancy now!

Integrity is very important to us. Pre-employment screening is therefore part of the process for this vacancy. Ask your recruiter for more information.