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Reporting to the Americas Security Director, the Associate Director of Market Security, NA will lead the security function across North America (USA, Canada, Monterrey, MX). This role ensures the protection of Unilever’s people, assets, and operations through strategic planning, operational oversight, and cross-functional collaboration. The role includes developing and leading the execution of a market security plan, managing risk assessments, leading a geographically distributed team and being a strategic advisor to the business on security matters.
Job Responsibility:
Lead a Market Security Program to protect employees, assets, and business operations by identifying and mitigating security risks
Design and champion a forward-looking, enterprise-wide security strategy aligned with Group Security standards and procedures, tailored to the specific needs of the North American region
Evaluate and enhance the security of cargo transport by assessing trucking companies, logistics routes, and sites, and provide regular reports
Safeguard assets by identifying, investigating, and analyzing fraudulent activities, and develop strategies to prevent future fraud
Utilize risk assessments to make informed, risk-based recommendations and ensure compliance with local regulations
Foster a high-performance culture through strategic talent development, succession planning, and leadership mentoring to a geographically distributed security plan
Constantly drive a loss prevention culture within the security structure
Navigate security due diligence for real estate and M&A transactions and support executive protection planning
Act as a key influencer in cross-functional leadership forums to embed security into core business processes and business units
Participate and guide Security Risk Committees on their functions and focus areas
Support CSHEQ with security leadership
Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and implement corrective actions
Establish strategic partnerships with vendors to drive innovation and continuous improvement
Promote a proactive security culture, in conjunction with the respective business Leadership Teams, developing and implementing security awareness programs or processes and to protect life, corporate assets and to ensure business continuity
Lead scenario planning and strategic foresight initiatives to anticipate future risks and position the organization for long term security success
External Liaison with Law enforcement and other government agencies
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required
10+ years in corporate security, law enforcement, or military
7+ years in leadership positions
Proven experience in leading teams, including remote management, with diverse skillsets, backgrounds, and personality types
Demonstrated ability to scale security programs effectively
Strong background in risk management, including assessments, business continuity, and emergency response
Proven experience in managing large-scale event security
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to align security strategy with executive teams and address diverse audiences
High-quality analytical skills, leadership, and relationship management competencies to navigate successfully within and beyond the organization
Willingness to travel 30%-40% across the region
For internal candidates: Leadership Team recommendation and completion of Group Security Induction and advanced modules within 12 months
Nice to have:
Experience in Loss Prevention, Cyber, IT security, Logistics
Professional certifications such as CPP, PSP, PCI, TAPA
Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as CTPAT, GDPR and FISMA
What we offer:
Bonus eligible
Long-Term Incentive (LTI) eligible
Eligible to participate in our benefits plan
Health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage)