Loss Prevention Managers

Plan and direct policies, procedures, or systems to prevent the loss of assets. Determine risk exposure or potential liability, and develop risk control measures.

SOC: 11-9199.08

Common Job Titles

  • Asset Protection Manager
  • Loss Prevention Director
  • Loss Prevention Manager
  • Loss Prevention Operations Manager

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Loss Prevention Managers (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

630,980

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $68,860. 25th percentile: U.S. $100,010. 50th percentile: U.S. $136,550. 75th percentile: U.S. $179,190. 90th percentile: U.S. $227,590. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$68,860
10% of workers earn the following or more$227,590
Workers on average earn$149,890

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • Public Safety and Security4.1/5
  • Law and Government3.9/5
  • Administration and Management3.8/5
  • English Language3.8/5
  • Education and Training3.7/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • Google Workspace software
  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Project
  • Microsoft SharePoint
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Microsoft Word
  • MySQL
  • SAP software
  • Structured query language SQL

Technology Skills

  • Enabl-u Technologies APIS
  • Enterprise application integration EAI software
  • Financial accounting software
  • IBM Lotus Notes
  • Inventory tracking software
  • MICROS XBR Loss Prevention
  • Microsoft operating system
  • Personnel management software
Tools & Technology: Technology Skills

Tools & Equipment

  • Closed circuit television CCTV monitoring systems
  • Fire alarm monitoring systems
  • Laptop computers
  • Multiline telephone systems
  • Personal computers
  • Physical access control systems
  • Security alarm systems
  • Video surveillance systems