Center Manager in Training

Responsibilities

• Participate in an intensive six-month leadership development program involving extensive nationwide travel to learn high-volume plasma collection operations.
• Manage and motivate diverse teams by providing feedback, conducting performance reviews, and supporting staff development.
• Drive operational excellence through hands-on mentorship, problem-solving, and communication with senior management.
• Ensure an exceptional donor experience to maintain high retention rates.
• Assist with production and operational support within a fast-paced, regulated environment.

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 BioLife location upon successful completion of the program.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Physical ability to stand for entire shifts and lift up to 50 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree.
• Experience working in highly regulated environments (SOPs, GDP, GMP, CLIA, or FDA).
• Experience in high-volume retail or clinical operations.
• 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.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Tuition reimbursement program 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.