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Careersβ€ΊRolesβ€ΊLoss Prevention Operations Coordinator
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Loss Prevention Operations Coordinator

The asset protection supporter β€” coordinating loss prevention activities across retail or distribution operations.

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Conventionalorganizing, detail-oriented
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Industries that often hire Loss Prevention Operations Coordinators
Government Β· 22%Professional Services Β· 15%Manufacturing Β· 7%Financial Services Β· 7%Technology & Information Β· 6%Administrative Services Β· 5%
Job markets for Loss Prevention Operations Coordinators
Where Loss Prevention Operations Coordinator jobs concentrate Β· ~382 metro areas
Based on employment in related occupations
Mapped SOC categories:
Operations
BLS Occupational Employment Statistics
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What it's like

What it's like to be a Loss Prevention Operations Coordinator

As a Loss Prevention Operations Coordinator, you coordinate LP activities across operations. You're tracking shrinkage data, supporting investigations, coordinating LP procedures, and helping protect company assets.

Your day involves data and coordination. You might compile shrinkage reports, then coordinate with LP investigators, then support audit activities, then track LP compliance, then maintain documentation. You're supporting effective loss prevention across the organization.

The hardest part is maintaining security focus while handling administrative activities. LP requires vigilance; coordination requires organization. You need both. The people who thrive here are detail-oriented, security-conscious, and effective at administrative tasks.

What people in this role value
AchievementAbove avg
RelationshipsAbove avg
IndependenceAbove avg
Working ConditionsModerate
RecognitionModerate
SupportModerate
O*NET Work Values survey
Role Profile
StrategyExecution
StructuredAdaptable
ManagingContributing
CollaborativeIndependent
Things that vary from job to job as a Loss Prevention Operations Coordinator
Industry sectorLP scopeInvestigation involvementLocation coverageTeam structure
LP operations coordination varies by industry and scope. Retail, distribution, and manufacturing have different LP needs. Scope might cover multiple locations or focus on specific operations. Investigation involvement ranges from support to more active roles. Location coverage varies.
✦ Editorial β€” written by Truest from industry research and career patterns
Career Paths

Where this role sits in the broader career landscape β€” and where it can take you.

Earning potential across this track
$239K$179K$119K$60K$0KLower paying387 metro areas, sorted by salary level
All experience levels1
This level's estimated range
INDUSTRIES PAYING ABOVE AVERAGE
Technology & Information$160K+37%
Professional Services$156K+33%
Financial Services$149K+27%
Energy & Utilities$142K+21%
Government$124K+5%
Compared to Operations average across all industries
1 BLS OEWS May 2024 covers all Loss Prevention Operations Coordinators (SOC 11-9199.08), not just this title Β· BEA RPP 2023
* Top salaries exceed this figure. BLS caps reported wages at ~$240K to protect individual privacy in high-earning roles.
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Loss Prevention Operations CoordinatorLogistics Loss Prevention Coordinator
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What it takes to advance
1
Loss prevention
LP expertise opens analyst and investigator paths
2
Investigation skills
Investigation capability increases value
3
Analytics
Data skills support LP decision-making
Lateral Moves
LP Analyst
If you want more analytical LP work
Operations Coordinator
If you want broader operations coordination
Questions you might ask when interviewing
What LP operations would I support?
What is the scope of coordination?
What investigation involvement is expected?
What systems are used?
What does advancement look like?
✦ Editorial β€” career progression and interview guidance based on industry patterns
The Broader Landscape

Roles like this one sit within a broader occupational category. The numbers below reflect that full landscape β€” helpful for context, but your specific experience will depend on level, specialty, and where you work.

$69K–$228K
Salary Range
10th – 90th percentile
631K
U.S. Employment
+4.5%
10yr Growth
107K
Annual Openings

How Loss Prevention Operations Coordinator pay & employment are changing

$110K$107K$104K$101K$99K201920202021202220232024$99K$110K
BLS OEWS May 2024 Β· BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034

Skills & Requirements

Reading ComprehensionSpeakingActive ListeningTime ManagementInstructingMonitoringJudgment and Decision MakingCritical ThinkingComplex Problem SolvingPersuasion
O*NET OnLine Β· Bureau of Labor Statistics
Mapped SOC Codes
11-9199.08

Explore related roles

Roles with similar work and overlapping career paths

midLoss Prevention Operations Manager$137KseniorLoss Prevention Supervisor$98KmidAsset Safety Manager$137KmidLoss Control Manager$137KmidLoss Prevention Leader$137KmidAsset Protection Leader$137K
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Common questions about what it's like to be a Loss Prevention Operations Coordinator

What does a Loss Prevention Operations Coordinator do?

The asset protection supporter β€” coordinating loss prevention activities across retail or distribution operations.

How much does a Loss Prevention Operations Coordinator make?

Median pay for a Loss Prevention Operations Coordinator is about $137K nationally, with the field ranging roughly from $69K to $228K depending on experience, employer, and metro (BLS).

What skills does a Loss Prevention Operations Coordinator need?

Core skills for this role include Reading Comprehension, Speaking, Active Listening, Time Management, and Instructing.

What education do you need to be a Loss Prevention Operations Coordinator?

Most people in this role hold a bachelor's degree.

Is a Loss Prevention Operations Coordinator in demand?

Employment in this field is projected to grow about 4.5% through 2034, with roughly 630,980 people working in it today (BLS).

What jobs are similar to a Loss Prevention Operations Coordinator?

Closely related roles include Loss Prevention Operations Manager, Loss Prevention Supervisor, and Asset Safety Manager.

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Federal data: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2024) Β· BLS Employment Projections Β· O*NET OnLine
Truest editorial: Fit check, role profile, things that vary, advancement analysis, lateral moves, interview questions.