Director Security

Position: Director I Security
Southern Glazer’s Beverage Company of Massachusetts and Rhode Island is part of Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, the world’s pre-eminent distributor of beverage alcohol, proudly a multi‑generational, family‑owned company with operations in 47 states plus the District of Columbia, the Caribbean, and Canada. We offer an array of careers focused on delivering a captivating and rewarding experience. We challenge our colleagues every step of the way and provide them with tools to grow, succeed and accomplish their personal and professional goals.

Together, we can deliver the highest quality service to each of our customers and put you on the career path you’ve been looking for.

Position Summary:

The Dir I, Security will provide a secure environment by developing physical and technical security programs. The Dir I, Security will implement security programs and procedures to protect company personnel, property and reputation. The Dir I, Security will ensure that security procedures are properly executed by employees. The Dir I, Security will conduct internal and external investigations to resolve theft, workplace violence and misconduct at company facilities.

The Dir I, Security will be the primary administrator of physical security components such as alarms, video assessment, access control and guard force management. The Dir I, Security will advise local leadership on security related issues and the mitigation of those issues. The Dir I, Security will support and execute the corporate security strategy at the direction of the Director of Corporate Security.

Primary Responsibilities:

Coordinates all aspects of executing security contracts at all assigned location(s)

Develop security education programs to raise employee awareness and reduce risk

Develop and implement technical security solutions for facilities

Develop and implement facility security guidelines and best practices

Promote a culture that embraces a positive workplace environment and works with staff to create and maintain an environment reflective of those values

Develop and implement strategic and operational plans to achieve our short‑ and long‑term security objectives and effectively communicate those objectives to leadership and employees

Implement and maintain all security related policies and procedures and ensure they are effective and executed

Conduct risk assessments for all locations and provide recommendations for risk mitigation, maintenance or updates as appropriate

Partner with leadership to preserve crisis communication protocols and emergency response plans current

Additional Responsibilities:

Conduct internal and external investigations as appropriate for theft or unethical behavior

Stay informed and aware of trends in security technology; evaluate products and make recommendations to implement when appropriate

Create and conduct security trainings and drills at all locations

Initiate and maintain relationships with local and federal law enforcement and emergency response entities throughout the service area

Manage and negotiate security contract terms and oversight of renewals.

Prepare, recommend, and implement building upgrades, moves, construction projects, and maintenance initiatives

Create annual work plan and budget through financial and workflow metrics utilizing outsourced and staff resources to execute on a timely and cost‑efficient strategy.

Perform other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Associates Degree or higher

10+ years of experience in Law Enforcement, Military or Loss Prevention

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Strong organization, multi‑tasking and time management skills

Demonstrated experience managing security integrators and project management of security installations and upgrades.

Strong communication skills – written, verbal, persuasion, motivation, facilitation of strong working relationships

Knowledge of other MS Office Suite and/or software applications related to job functions

Excellent interpersonal, customer service, analytical/problem solving, problem management, presentation development, presentation, and communications skills

Highly proficient in the use of video surveillance…