Ryan Brooks

About Ryan Brooks

As a Senior Asset Protection Analyst at Big Lots with a certification in fraud examination, my focus is on safeguarding our e-commerce platforms against fraudulent activities. Leveraging advanced data analytics and internal fraud detection skills, my role involves developing robust reporting mechanisms for stakeholders and training teams on loss prevention software.Our collaborative efforts have heightened our fraud prevention capabilities, enabling the company to secure its profits while mitigating risks. Mastery of tools like Accertify and ThreatMetrix underpins my daily responsibilities, and my proficiency in multi-tasking has been pivotal in managing complex fraud landscapes and contributing to the organization\'s asset protection strategies.

Experience

1. Sr Asset Protection Analyst, Data Analytics

   Big Lots

   Apr 2001 — Present · Columbus, OH, US

   Currently responsible for eCommerce Fraud Prevention working closely with our 3rd party fraud review team in an effort to maximize profits while limiting our exposure to fraud and chargebacks. Developed all eCommerce Fraud Prevention reporting for Executives, Department Managers, and Internal Customers. Highly skilled in the detection of internal fraud. Corporate Administrator and trainer of various Loss Prevention related software programs such as: Accertify, IQ, ThreatMetrix, FraudSight, ACI, ReDi, ThreatMetrix, FraudSight,(n)Act, Envysion, Aspect LP, 4-Detection, MicroStrategy, Rapid Eye, RAS+, 3x Logic, SenTech Analytics and Device Explorer. Proficient in Outlook, Clear, Service Now, APPRISS, ThinkLP, Manhattan, eServices, SAP, AS400, SQL, Data Mining, and all MicroSoft Office products. Assisted in the process of installing EAS pedestals in over 1,400 locations from planning to auditing, troubleshooting, and reporting. Partnered with Merchants to determine which merchandise categories/items would benefit most from EAS protection based on sales performance and shrink exposure.Perform operational audits in high risk locations across the chain. Produce inventory reconciliations and erosion analyses on under performing locations.

Education

• DeVry University

  BSBA

  1997 — 1999

• Ohio Dominican University

  MBA

  2003 — 2005