Center Manager in Training

Responsibilities

• Participate in an advanced six-month leadership development program involving extensive travel to various plasma centers.
• Manage and motivate diverse teams, providing performance feedback, conducting reviews, and supporting staff development.
• Drive operational excellence in high-volume blood plasma collection facilities.
• Ensure exceptional customer service to maintain positive donor experiences.
• Collaborate with senior management to solve problems and implement operational support.
• Prepare for a permanent Plasma Center Operations Manager role through hands-on training and mentorship.

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.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Valid driver's license.
• 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 (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.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Tuition reimbursement program and well-being benefits.

About the Company

Takeda is a global pharmaceutical leader dedicated to putting patients at the center of everything they do. Through its subsidiary, BioLife Plasma Services, Takeda provides critical resources for patients with rare diseases while offering employees meaningful career growth and a purpose-driven work environment.