Center Manager in Training - Relocation Required

Biolife Plasma Services; Ridgefield (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BioLife Plasma Services in the United States (NJ) seeks a Center Manager in Training to join an accelerated leadership program. Relocation is required after completion, with heavy travel during the trainee phase to learn operations across multiple plasma centers. The role emphasizes team leadership, donor service, and cross-site collaboration to prepare for a Plasma Center Operations Manager position.

Qualifications

• Relocation required after graduation/completion of Trainee Program.
• 3–5 years of experience leading medium to large teams (20+ direct reports).
• Willingness to travel 90–100% during the Trainee Program.
• Ability to walk and/or stand for the entire work shift.
• Willingness to travel across BioLife locations nationwide.
• 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.
• Lift up to 5 lbs., occasional lifting up to 32 lbs., rarely 50 lbs.
• Fine motor coordination, depth perception, and hearing equipment from a distance.
• Exposure to bloodborne pathogens (risk level 1); 90% glove wear.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a diverse team and drive staff development.
• Complete the expedited training program with mentorship and hands-on experience.
• Support staffing planning, recruiting, and performance reviews.
• Provide operational support and escalate issues to senior management.
• Promote exceptional donor service and assist with production as needed.
• Travel to BioLife centers nationwide and network with leaders.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Travel readiness

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Associates or Bachelor's Degree

Tools

SOPs, GDP, GMP, CLIA, FDA

Job description

Center Manager in Training - Relocation Required

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.

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. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

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