[Hiring] Center Manager in Training @Takeda

Role Description

As a Senior Operations Management Trainee (Senior OMT) at BioLife, you will participate in an advanced leadership development program that will take you to our plasma centers across the country. You’ll travel up to 95% of the time to learn the business while networking with supportive leaders and prepare yourself for accelerated career growth. After completing the program and obtaining a Plasma Center Operations Manager role, you’ll relocate to one of BioLife’s locations.

A typical day for you may include:

• Continuous Learning & Development:
  • The expedited training program lasts approximately six months.
  • Upon completion, you’ll have 12 months to obtain a Plasma Center Manager position.
  • Receive hands-on experience and mentorship opportunities.
  • Drive your own learning plan covering all aspects of managing high-volume blood plasma collection facilities.
• Team Management:
  • Cultivate a positive environment and motivate a diverse team.
  • Provide employee feedback and conduct performance reviews.
  • Support team members’ development and participate in staff planning and recruiting.
  • Engage and retain employees.
• Career Advancement:
  • Work towards obtaining a Plasma Center Operations Manager position.
  • Network and build relationships across BioLife.
  • Opportunities to open and operate brand new plasma centers.
• Supportive Teamwork:
  • Provide operational support and conduct management training.
  • Problem-solve and communicate with senior management.
• Exceptional Customer Service:
  • Retain donors by creating a positive donor experience.
  • Assist with production as needed.
• Travel Opportunities:
  • Learn from and network with BioLife team members across the country.
  • Return home every other weekend.

Qualifications

• Relocation Required upon graduation/completion of Trainee Program.
• 3-5 years of experience leading medium to large teams (20+ direct reports).
• Up to 90-100% travel during the Trainee Program.
• Ability to walk and/or stand for the entire work shift.
• Willingness to travel and work at various BioLife locations across the country.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Have a valid driver’s license for the entire duration of the program.
• Ability to lean, bend, stoop, crouch, and reach above shoulders and below knees.
• Ability to lift up to 5 lbs., and occasional lifting of materials up to 32 lbs. and rarely 50 lbs.
• Fine motor coordination, depth perception, and ability to hear equipment from a distance.
• Due to potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens (risk level 1), 90% of work tasks require prolonged glove wear.

Requirements

• Associates or Bachelor’s Degree (preferred).
• Experience working with SOPs, GDP, GMP, CLIA, and the FDA (preferred).
• Experience working in a highly regulated or high-volume retail environment (preferred).
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, technical, and leadership skills (preferred).

Benefits

• U.S. Annual Salary starting at $80,000 USD.
• Equitable pay for all employees.
• Comprehensive benefits program.