Timothy Autry
Chattanooga
Summary
Adept at leading high-impact investigations and reducing shrinkage, I excelled at Target by mastering loss prevention and team leadership. My strategies led to a significant reduction in security incidents and the recovery of over $35,000 in merchandise. With skills in video surveillance and effective communication, I fostered community engagement and developed top-performing security talent.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Asset Protection Team Leader
Target
Cleveland
09.2024 - Current
- Documented evidence of attempted theft and recovered merchandise for use in loss prevention report generation.
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce shrinkage and protect assets.
- Reviewed video surveillance footage as part of investigations into incidents of shoplifting or internal theft.
- Conducted audits on high-value items to ensure accuracy of inventory records.
- Analyzed data trends in order to identify potential areas of vulnerability or risk.
- Coordinated with law enforcement agencies on criminal cases involving organized retail crime.
- Ranked 2nd in my district for both internal and external case resolution, I led high-impact investigations.
- Successfully executed over 60 detained apprehensions, recovering more than $35,000 in merchandise.
- Trained and managed the top two performing Target Security Specialists (TSS) in the district, developing high-performing security talent.
- Led investigations into internal theft and policy violations, ensuring proper case resolution and compliance.
- Conducted surveillance and partnered with law enforcement to identify and apprehend ORC suspects, reducing store losses.
- Implemented targets for shortage reduction strategies, achieving a shrink reduction within the district.
- Served as community captain, organizing and leading volunteer events that strengthen relationships with local organizations and enhance corporate social responsibility.
Target Security Specialist
Target
Chattanooga
06.2023 - 09.2024
- Developed emergency response plans and conducted drills to ensure preparedness.
- Explained security protocols to employees and guests to promote readiness for emergency situations.
- Monitored CCTV systems to ensure safety and security of premises.
- Reduced security incidents by 50% in the store
- Provided ongoing training for AP and store teams on safety, security procedures, and theft deterrence techniques.
- Conducted security patrols in the parking lot, ensuring safety for guests and team members.
- Acted as a security presence inside the store for a better and safer shopping experience for guests.
- District trainer for other NIR target security specialists.
Fulfillment Expert
Target
Chattanooga
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Packaged fragile items with protective padding to prevent damages during shipments.
- Recommended disposal of obsolete stocks to write off unsellable items from inventory.
- Trained staff members on proper packing techniques to minimize damage during shipping.
- Worked additional hours and shifts to meet tight deadlines during peak periods.
- Stocked shelves, racks, and bins with new or transferred merchandise.
- Used handheld scanners to key in data for packages.
- Followed safety protocols while operating pallet jacks and forklifts for order picking.
Heavy Equipment Operator
North Georgia Ground Works
Chickamauga
03.2020 - 11.2022
- Drove and maneuvered equipment in successive passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation, or rocks.
- Checked fuel supplies at sites to verify adequate availability.
- Operated digging and transporting equipment to efficiently fulfill project requirements.
- Completed routine inspections on vehicles.
- Used hitches to select and fasten bulldozer blades or other attachments to tractors.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
- Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.
- Operated equipment to remove debris, snow or other equipment from streets and work areas.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ridgeland High School
Rossville, GA05-2022
Skills
- Loss prevention
- Video surveillance
- Data analysis
- Incident reporting
- Emergency response
- Inventory management
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Community engagement
- Detecting fraud
- Training and development
- Regulatory compliance
- Effective communication
- Access control
- CCTV and surveillance systems
- Case Management Software
- Data Integrity
Certification
- Unarmed Security Guard license
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Recognized by the Asset Protection Director for internal resolution
- I was hand picked in a group of 12 out of 77 different stores to be in developmental classes for further promotion
Affiliations
- I compete in powerlifting
- I am currently learning skills in cyber security
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Asset Protection Team Leader
Target
09.2024 - Current
Target Security Specialist
Target
06.2023 - 09.2024
Fulfillment Expert
Target
12.2022 - 06.2023
Heavy Equipment Operator
North Georgia Ground Works
03.2020 - 11.2022
High School Diploma -
Ridgeland High School
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