Senior Operations Leadership Trainee: Fast-Track to Center Manager

Biolife Plasma Services; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

BioLife Plasma Services in the United States is seeking a Senior Operations Management Trainee to join an advanced leadership development program across our plasma centers. The role focuses on rapid learning, mentorship, and progressive responsibility.

Travel up to 95% during the trainee period, relocation to preferred BioLife locations, and a pathway to Plasma Center Operations Manager are key elements of this program.

Qualifications

• Relocation to chosen BioLife location 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

Responsibilities

• Support and participate in leadership development program across BioLife centers.
• Lead and mentor teams to drive performance and engagement.
• Learn through hands-on experiences and mentorship; build cross-location networks.
• Travel up to 95% to learn business and prepare for manager role.
• Facilitate operations at plasma centers and support management transitions.

Skills

Leadership

Travel flexibility

People management

Communication

Relocation willingness

Education

Associates or Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

BioLife Plasma Services in the United States is seeking a Senior Operations Management Trainee to join an advanced leadership development program across our plasma centers. The role focuses on rapid learning, mentorship, and progressive responsibility.

Travel up to 95% during the trainee period, relocation to preferred BioLife locations, and a pathway to Plasma Center Operations Manager are key elements of this program.