Center Manager in Training - Relocation Required

BioLife Plasma Services; Helena (MT); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare company seeks a Senior Operations Management Trainee to engage in a leadership development program. This role requires significant travel and offers hands-on training towards a Plasma Center Operations Manager position. The ideal candidate will have experience leading teams and must be willing to relocate post-program. They will enhance their management skills while contributing to a positive donor experience.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience leading medium to large teams (20+ direct reports).
• Valid driver’s license for the duration of the program.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a structured training program for leadership roles.
• Manage a diverse team and conduct employee performance reviews.
• Create a positive donor experience to retain donors.

Skills

Team Management

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Service

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Overview

Senior Operations Management Trainee (Senior OMT) at BioLife Plasma Services, a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd.

As a Senior Operations Management Trainee, you will participate in an advanced leadership development program that will take you to BioLife plasma centers across the country. You will 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 may relocate to one of BioLife’s locations.

Our growth is your bright future. There are opportunities to grow as a leader with BioLife’s expanding network of centers across the U.S.

You will engage in a structured training program with a pathway to management roles, including potential to open and operate brand new plasma centers.

Typical day / Responsibilities

• Continuous Learning & Development: An expedited training program lasts approximately six months, followed by up to 12 months to obtain a Plasma Center Manager position. You will receive hands-on experience, mentorship opportunities, and a self-directed learning plan covering all aspects of managing high-volume plasma collection facilities.
• Team Management: Use interpersonal and communication skills to cultivate a positive environment, motivate a diverse team, provide employee feedback, conduct performance reviews, support development, participate in staffing and recruiting, and engage and retain employees.
• Career Advancement: Work toward Plasma Center Operations Manager by completing the training program, networking, and building cross-BioLife relationships. Opportunities to open and operate new plasma centers may arise.
• Supportive Teamwork: Operate in a 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 and may assist with production.
• Travel Opportunities: Learn from and network with BioLife team members nationwide; you may return home every other weekend.

Required Qualifications

• Relocation required upon graduation/completion of Trainee Program; you may choose which location 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 BioLife locations across the country
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Valid driver’s license for the duration of the program
• Ability to lean, bend, stoop, crouch, and reach above shoulders and below knees
• Ability to lift up to 5 lbs., with 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 tasks require prolonged glove wear

Preferred Qualifications

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

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

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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.

Location: USA - PA - Virtual

U.S. Base Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $110,000.00

The actual base salary offered will depend on factors including qualifications, experience, and location. U.S. based employees may be eligible for incentives and benefits including medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with company match, disability and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, holidays, and well-being benefits.

EEO Statement

Takeda is committed to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or other protected characteristics in accordance with applicable laws.

Locations

USA - PA - Virtual

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

Yes