Sarah Van Alstine
Savannah
Summary
Dynamic safety and loss prevention professional with 10+ years of experience leading operational excellence across retail and fulfillment networks. Expert in risk reduction, investigations, and cross-functional training with a track record of driving compliance, shrink reduction, and cultural change
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Process Engineer: Safety & Loss Prevention
Spreetail
03.2024 - Current
- Oversee safety and loss prevention programs across a national fulfillment network of 9 warehouse distribution centers.
- Lead enterprise-level safety initiatives focused on performance improvement, training development, and incident reduction.
- Develop and implement comprehensive training materials, including SOPs, job instructions (JIs), and internal safety policy documents to drive cultural adoption and compliance.
- Spearhead the creation of a web-based reporting platform for real-time incident tracking and 'Safety Save' submissions, increasing visibility and response efficiency across locations.
- Manage physical security infrastructure across all fulfillment centers, including alarm systems, door sensor analytics, and employee/vendor access control processes.
- Conduct thorough investigations into safety and security incidents utilizing CCTV review, data analysis, and exception-based reporting tools.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, HR, and facilities to align safety protocols with business goals and ensure regulatory adherence.
Senior asset protection, operations & Safety manager
Lowe’s Home Improvement
06.2021 - 03.2024
- Multi-Store Asset Protection Business Partner for 6 direct ownership locations, in addition to providing support to 15 total locations.
- Managed Safety Performance within each store’s warehouse environment by promoting a positive safety culture, ensuring compliance of company policy, and adherence to OSHA requirements including Hazmat and DOT guidelines.
- Reduced in-store injuries by conducting RCA of all customer and associate claims to develop and implement action plans.
- Provided tools, training and support to all store associates regarding safety policies and procedures.
- Focused on reducing losses and maintaining profitability in my locations through action-oriented Shrink Trend management involving KPI reporting analysis; conducting monthly internal operational audits to include product protection standards, accuracy in execution of freight flow and sales programs, training and development of all store associates in AP programs; and managing the store’s physical inventory process to succeed in meeting annual shrink projections.
- Proven success with Investigations relating to external and internal losses identified through data analysis.
- Responsible for full case management by building a comprehensive case deck used in aiding prosecution and maintaining support with LEO and State Attorney offices to the conclusion of each case.
- Regional leader of internal interviews conducted using the WZ method.
- Experience with depositions and court testimony; as well as Genetec, Verint, FLOCK and CAPTIS applications.
asset protection manager
Lowe’s Home Improvement
01.2016 - 01.2021
- Position was held in 5 different locations.
- Responsible for meeting metrics in the areas of Shrink, Safety and ROI through investigations.
Sales specialist
Lowe’s Home Improvement
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Focused on Customer Service and Specialty Sales to drive profitability within the store.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Valencia College
Orlando, FLSkills
- Proficiency in Excel
- Microsoft Office Applications
- Data Analysis
- Exception Based Reporting
- Exceptional communication skills
- Conducting Investigations
- Seasoned Interviewer using WZ method
- Root Cause Analysis
Certifications And Awards
- Wicklander-Zulawski Interview Certification Level II, 2022
- Loss Prevention Certification, LPC, Loss Prevention Foundation, 2023
- Zenith Award – Overall Investigator of the Year, 2024, 27, Lowe’s Home Improvement
- Unsung Hero Award – 2 time recipient, 2020, 2022, District 1226, District 1270, Lowe’s Home Improvement
Timeline
Senior Process Engineer: Safety & Loss Prevention
Spreetail
03.2024 - Current
Senior asset protection, operations & Safety manager
Lowe’s Home Improvement
06.2021 - 03.2024
asset protection manager
Lowe’s Home Improvement
01.2016 - 01.2021
Sales specialist
Lowe’s Home Improvement
01.2012 - 01.2016
Associate of Arts -
Valencia College