Rodney Williams

Asset Protection and Loss Prevention professional with more than 14 years of experience in retail investigations, operational audits, shrink reduction, risk management, and safety compliance. Proven leader with extensive experience training and mentoring Asset Protection associates, conducting complex internal and external investigations, and building strong partnerships with law enforcement agencies. Recognized repeatedly for outstanding performance, leadership, and commitment to protecting company assets while supporting operational excellence.

Seeking to leverage investigative expertise, coaching experience, and operational leadership into an Asset Protection Manager role.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

ASSET PROTECTION SPECIALIST The Home Depot February 2015 – Present

• Conduct internal and external investigations involving theft, fraud, policy violations, and asset protection concerns.
• Utilize surveillance technology, investigative techniques, and reporting systems to identify loss trends and support shrink reduction efforts.
• Serve as a Peer Coach, mentoring and developing associates while promoting company standards and best practices.
• Train Asset Protection associates in investigative procedures, surveillance techniques, case development, and safe apprehension practices.
• Partner with store leadership teams to identify operational risks and implement loss prevention strategies.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with local law enforcement agencies, detectives, and investigators to support criminal investigations and case resolution.
• Prepare detailed investigative reports and maintain accurate documentation supporting criminal and civil cases.
• Assist in identifying repeat offenders and organized retail theft activity through evidence gathering and case development.
• Support operational and safety initiatives designed to protect company assets, associates, and customers.
• Consistently recognized through company achievement programs for outstanding performance and contributions to Asset Protection.Earned numerous company recognition awards for exceptional performance, leadership, and operational support.
• Selected as a Peer Coach responsible for mentoring and developing associates.
• Trained and mentored multiple Asset Protection associates throughout career progression.
• Successfully mentored an Asset Protection associate who advanced into an Asset Protection Manager role with another major retailer.
• Developed strong partnerships with law enforcement and investigative agencies to support theft investigations and prosecution efforts.
• Recognized for supporting shareholder value through effective loss prevention and asset protection practices.

Associate Degree, Graphic Design Collins College Phoenix, Arizona 2000 – 2002

High School Diploma Trevor G. Browne High School Phoenix, Arizona Graduated 1996