Security Manager page is loaded## Security Managerlocations: Cdmxtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JOBREQ Job Title: **Security Manager****Location:** Mexico City, Mexico**Reports to:** CFO Mexico**Matrix reporting:** Reports functionally to Regional Security Manager (Swiss Markets)**Contract:** Permanent, Full-timeAs a security Manager you will be in chrage of define, implement, and oversee the company’s comprehensive **asset protection strategy**, ensuring the safety of facilities, employees, products, and transportation processes, including import/export and customs. The **Security Manager** safeguards business continuity through risk prevention, control, incident investigation, and the reinforcement of a security-driven culture, while ensuring full compliance with legal, regulatory, and corporate requirements.## **Key Responsibilities**Asset Protection* Design and execute the corporate asset protection strategy, addressing internal and external risks that may impact the company’s physical, financial, and reputational assets.* Establish policies, procedures, and performance metrics to prevent theft, fraud, sabotage, or information leakage.* Lead internal investigations of security incidents, ensuring documentation, traceability, and compliance with legal standards.* Collaborate with Compliance, Legal, and Audit to guarantee alignment with local and international Security* Ensure the protection of corporate offices, distribution centers, retail stores, warehouses, and other facilities.* Supervise CCTV systems, alarms, access control, electronic patrols, perimeter barriers, and evacuation protocols.* Conduct vulnerability assessments of critical infrastructure and coordinate security technology improvement projects.* Develop business continuity and resilience plans for emergencies (fires, natural disasters, sabotage, external threats).Employee Security* Develop and implement protection and crisis response protocols for employees (threats, workplace violence, harassment, kidnapping, or high-risk travel).* Deliver continuous training programs on personal security, crisis management, and prevention culture.* Coordinate with Human Resources and Occupational Health to manage sensitive cases while maintaining confidentiality.* Oversee security protocols for corporate events and travel involving key personnel.Product and Transportation Security (including Customs)* Design and implement **Loss Prevention programs** to protect high-value products throughout the supply chain.* Define and monitor **secure transport routes**, coordinating with logistics providers, carriers, and customs brokers.* Ensure compliance with international supply chain security standards (CTPAT, BASC, OEA, ISO 28000).* Establish strict controls at critical points (loading, transit, customs clearance, final delivery) to minimize theft, tampering, or smuggling risks.* Investigate incidents of theft or loss during transit, coordinating with law enforcement and developing preventive countermeasures.Leadership and Stakeholder Management* Lead and develop internal security area and manage third-party providers, ensuring consistent service quality.* Administer the corporate security budget, optimizing costs while prioritizing high-impact initiatives.* Build and maintain strategic relationships with local authorities, law enforcement, customs entities, and international security organizations.* Represent the company in industry forums and committees related to corporate and supply chain security.* Provide executive-level reporting and security KPIs to the Executive Committee and Risk Board.Cybersecurity & Information Protection* Collaborate with IT and Information Security to align physical and cybersecurity strategies, ensuring comprehensive asset protection.* Identify and mitigate risks related to security systems and digital infrastructure (e.g., access control, CCTV, connected devices).* Support the implementation of information security policies and participate in the management of cyber-related incidents.Security Awareness, Training & Culture* Design and implement a comprehensive security awareness program covering asset protection, personal safety, loss prevention, supply chain security, and cybersecurity.* Ensure all employees receive mandatory training tailored to their role and risk exposure (e.g., retail staff, logistics teams, corporate employees, leadership).* Develop specialized training for high-risk roles, including transport personnel, warehouse staff, and employees involved in international trade and customs operations.* Promote a strong security culture through continuous communication, campaigns, simulations, and drills (e.g., emergency response, crisis scenarios, phishing awareness).* Monitor training effectiveness through KPIs, audits, and assessments, ensuring continuous improvement and compliance with corporate standards.# * Bachelor’s degree in security, Business Administration, International Trade, Law, or related fields.* Certifications in **Asset Protection, Loss Prevention, or Supply Chain Security** (CTPAT, BASC, ASIS CPP, OEA, ISO 28000) strongly preferred.* 7+ years of local experience (Mexico) in **corporate, asset, or supply chain security**, ideally within multinational companies in retail, luxury, FMCG, or international trade.* Proven track record in security policy design, loss prevention, transportation, and customs security.* Expertise in crisis management, business continuity, and organizational resilience.* Strong experience liaising with authorities and leading sensitive internal investigations.* **Strategic Vision:** ability to anticipate risks and design comprehensive security plans.* **Leadership:** effective management of internal and external security stakeholders in complex, multicultural environments.* **Decision-Making Under Pressure:** strong capability to react and resolve crises promptly.* **Negotiation & Stakeholder Engagement:** adept at working with authorities, customs, logistics providers, and law enforcement.* **Integrity & Confidentiality:** ethical management of sensitive information and high-risk situations.* Fluency in Spanish & English mandatory. 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