Center Manager in Training

Responsibilities

• Participate in an intensive six-month leadership development program involving extensive travel to various plasma centers.
• Manage and motivate diverse teams, including conducting performance reviews, staff planning, and recruiting.
• Drive personal learning plans to master all aspects of managing high-volume blood plasma collection facilities.
• Ensure exceptional customer service by creating a positive experience for donors.
• Provide operational support, solve problems, and communicate effectively with senior management.
• Prepare for a permanent Plasma Center Operations Manager role through mentorship and hands-on experience.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience leading medium to large teams (20+ direct reports).
• Ability to travel 90-100% during the training program.
• Willingness to relocate to a permanent BioLife location upon completion of the program.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks including standing for entire shifts, bending, and crouching.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree.
• Experience working in highly regulated environments (SOP, GDP, GMP, CLIA, or FDA).
• Experience in high-volume retail or regulated operational settings.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and technical leadership skills.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary range.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Paid volunteer time off and well-being benefits.

About the Company

Takeda is an industry-leading, global pharmaceutical company dedicated to putting patients at the center of everything they do. BioLife Plasma Services, a subsidiary of Takeda, focuses on collecting plasma to help improve the lives of patients with rare diseases.