Operations Associate
About The Position
Sonoran Prevention Works (SPW) is an Arizona-based nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of people impacted by drug use through harm reduction, education, advocacy, and direct community support. We operate a high-volume supply and logistics system to ensure lifesaving overdose prevention materials are distributed across the state. We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Operations Associate to support our inventory management and daily warehouse operations. The Operations Associate plays a key role in ensuring SPW’s harm-reduction supplies are received, tracked, organized, and distributed accurately and efficiently. This role manages daily inventory activities, supports supply orders, assists with warehouse organization, and ensures compliance with grant-funded procurement and tracking requirements. This is a fully in-person position that requires strong attention to detail, consistency, and comfort working in a warehouse environment during normal business hours.
Requirements
- 1+ year experience in inventory, warehouse operations, supply chain, or related work.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods.
- Comfort using inventory software or willingness to learn (Airtable, HandiFox, etc.).
- Basic proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Gmail) or Microsoft Office.
- Reliability, punctuality, and professionalism.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in nonprofit, public health, or logistics settings.
- Familiarity with harm reduction, public health supplies, or warehouse safety practices.
- Experience with procurement or shipping platforms (Ramp, USPS/UPS/FedEx portals).
- Applicants fluent in Spanish are strongly encouraged to apply
Responsibilities
- Receive, process, and store incoming shipments of harm-reduction supplies.
- Maintain organized inventory areas; restock shelves and rotate stock.
- Conduct weekly and monthly inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies.
- Prepare and stage orders for distribution across program teams.
- Ensure accurate data entry for inventory software systems (e.g., HandiFox/Airtable).
- Track supply usage to support grant reporting requirements.
- Assist with procurement activities including vendor communication and packing slips.
- Support shipping logistics for statewide supply distribution.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant warehouse environment.
- Assist with basic facilities and equipment needs as they arise.
- Coordinate with Program Managers, Operations Manager, and Finance staff to ensure timely order fulfillment.
- Assist with logging individual gifts, as directed
Benefits
- Eligible for SPW’s benefits package, including health insurance, PTO, and paid holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
