Senior Manager, Information Systems

Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

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Job summary

Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center in Houston seeks a Senior Manager, Information Systems to lead enterprise information systems strategy and governance. You will drive LIS, donor management, manufacturing, quality, ERP, and supply chain applications to support safe, compliant patient care.

You will partner with clinical, laboratory, and administrative leaders to optimize workflows and ensure system validation, compliance, and reliable operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, CS, healthcare informatics or related field required.
• 8–12+ years in information systems or IT management.
• 3–5+ years in leadership roles.
• Experience in healthcare, blood banking, or regulated manufacturing.
• Experience with LIS/ERP/clinical systems and system validation.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy, implementation, and lifecycle management of enterprise information systems.
• Oversee systems supporting critical operations: LIS, Donor Management, Manufacturing and Quality, ERP and supply chain.
• Ensure system reliability, scalability, and alignment with priorities.
• Establish governance for system utilization, enhancements, and upgrades.
• Partner with stakeholders to optimize workflows and performance.
• Manage roadmaps aligned with operational and clinical needs.
• Ensure proper documentation and lifecycle management of systems.
• Lead and develop a team of analysts and application specialists.

Skills

Leadership experience

Healthcare IT

Regulatory compliance

System validation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS/healthcare informatics

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

LIS

ERP

Clinical systems

Job description

Senior Manager, Information Systems

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SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY

The Senior Manager – Information Systems is responsible for the strategy, governance,andperformance of enterprise information systems supporting blood collection, laboratorytesting,manufacturing, and distribution operations. This role ensures systems are reliable, compliant,and aligned with business objectives while enabling operational efficiency and patient safety in a regulated healthcareenvironment.

Just For You:

• Free Parking!

• Career advancement.

• Engaging and exciting opportunity to support an organization that SAVES LIVES.

Tips to thrive in our culture:

• Embody our Core Values of Commitment, Integrity, and Respect.

• Work to actively create experiences that inspire others to save lives, each and every day.

• Embrace doing it right, making connections, and creating desired experiences.

• Comply with all organizational policies and standards, including safety rules, and be willing to report actual and potential violations to the appropriate supervisor or manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Information Systems Leadership (35%)

• Lead the strategy, implementation, and lifecycle management of enterprise information systems.

• Oversee systems supporting critical operations, including:

  • Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)

  • Donor Management Systems

  • Manufacturing and Quality Systems

  • ERP and Supply Chain Applications

• Ensure system reliability, scalability, and alignment with organizational priorities.

Application Governance & Optimization (25%)

• Establish and maintain governance frameworks for system utilization, enhancements, and upgrades.

• Partner with business stakeholders to continuously optimize workflows and system performance.

• Prioritize and manage application roadmaps aligned with operational and clinical needs.

• Ensure proper documentation, validation, and lifecycle management of systems.

Compliance & Regulatory Oversight (20%)

• Ensure all systems meet compliance requirements including FDA, AABB, HIPAA, and GxP standards.

• Support system validation, audit readiness, and regulatory inspections.

• Maintain change control processes and documentation in alignment with quality standards.

Business Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement (10%)

• Collaborate with clinical, laboratory, manufacturing, and administrative leaders to align systems with operational needs.

• Serve as a trusted advisor for system capabilities, enhancements, and innovations.

• Translate business requirements into technical solutions.

Team Leadership & Development (10%)

• Lead and develop a team of analysts and application specialists.

• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and service excellence.

• Support workforce planning and succession development.

Required Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Healthcare Informatics, or related field required.

• Master’s degree preferred.

Experience:

• 8–12+ years of experience in information systems, enterprise applications, or IT systems management.

• 3–5+ years in leadership roles.

• Experience in healthcare, life sciences, blood banking, or regulated manufacturing required.

• Strong understanding of system validation, compliance, and regulatory environments.

• Experience managing enterprise platforms such as LIS, ERP, or clinical systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with system integration and interoperability (HL7, APIs, middleware).

• Familiarity with cloud-based enterprise systems and platforms.

• ITIL or relevant certifications.

  
  

Working Conditions & Physical Demands:

• Work Environment: Hybrid (in-office and remote).

• Physical Requirements: Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.

• Travel: Occasional travel for site visits or vendor meetings.

• Schedule: Standard business hours with after-hours support as needed.

Who We Are:

Since 1975, Gulf Coast Blood has been one of the nation’s largest community blood centers, serving 170 hospitals across 26 counties. Headquartered in Houston, we support the world’s largest medical complex—the Texas Medical Center—while operating 18 donor centers and hosting more than 7,000 mobile blood drives each year. As an FDA-accredited nonprofit, we provide high-quality human cellular material for both scientific and therapeutic use.

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT

Gulf Coast Blood is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants for positions are considered without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, military status, protected veteran status, disability status, genetic testing results, or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable law, statute, regulation or Executive Order.