Center Manager in Training - Relocation Required

Takeda; Egg Harbor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Operations Management Trainee to join their advanced leadership development program. This exciting role involves extensive travel, providing hands-on experience in managing high-volume plasma collection facilities. You will develop your skills in team management, customer service, and operational support while working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. With opportunities for career advancement and the chance to make a significant impact on patient care, this position is perfect for those ready to take the next step in their career. Join a company that values your contributions and supports your professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience leading medium to large teams.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Participate in an advanced leadership development program.
• Cultivate a positive environment and motivate a diverse team.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Technical Skills

Education

Associates or Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

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Job Description

Senior Operations Management Trainee (Senior OMT)

About BioLife Plasma Services

Every day at BioLife, we feel good knowing that what we do helps improve the lives of patients with rare diseases. While you focus on our donors, we’ll support you. We offer a purpose you can believe in, a team you can count on, opportunities for career growth, and a comprehensive benefits program, all in a fast-paced, friendly environment.

BioLife Plasma Services is a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Are you a senior leader interested in bringing your expertise to a place where you can feel good about the work you do? Do you want to develop new skills and set yourself up for continued growth? As a Senior Operations Management Trainee 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. During this time, you’ll receive hands-on experience and have mentorship opportunities. Drive your own learning plan that covers all aspects of managing our high-volume blood plasma collection facilities.
• Team Management: You’ll use your interpersonal and communication skills to cultivate a positive environment and motivate a team of diverse individuals. Provide employee feedback, conduct performance reviews, support team members’ development, participate in staff planning and recruiting, and engage and retain employees.
• Career Advancement: Work towards obtaining a Plasma Center Operations Manager position by completing the training program, networking, and building relationships across BioLife. As you progress your career at BioLife, you’ll have opportunities to open and operate brand new plasma centers.
• Supportive Teamwork: You’ll work in our fast-paced, team environment; provide operational support; conduct management training; problem-solve; and communicate with senior management.
• Exceptional Customer Service: Retain donors by creating a positive donor experience. You may also assist with production.
• Travel Opportunities: Learn from and network with BioLife team members across the country. You’ll be able to return home every other weekend.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Relocation Required upon graduation/completion of Trainee Program. You will be able to choose which location you would like to apply to.
• 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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

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

BioLife Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

For Location:

USA - NJ - Virtual

U.S. Base Salary Range:

The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

EEO Statement

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.

Locations: USA - NJ - Virtual, USA - NJ - Deptford, USA - NJ - Egg Harbor

Worker Type: Employee

Worker Sub-Type: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Job Exempt: Yes