Center Manager in Training - Relocation Required

Takeda•USA - MI - Virtual, MI

2d•Remote

About The Position

The Senior Operations Management Trainee participates in an approximately six-month advanced leadership development program that provides hands-on training and mentorship across BioLife’s high-volume plasma collection facilities. Trainees create and drive a learning plan covering all aspects of center management, build relationships across BioLife, and work toward obtaining a Plasma Center Operations Manager position within 12 months after completing the program. Upon completing the program and obtaining a manager role, the employee must relocate to a BioLife location; they may choose which location to apply to. The role involves travel to BioLife centers across the country, with the ability to return home every other weekend. It is based in Michigan as a virtual position during the trainee period and is full time.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience leading medium to large teams with 20 or more direct reports.
Willingness and ability to travel up to 90–100% during the trainee program and work at various BioLife locations across the country.
Willingness to relocate upon graduation/completion of the trainee program.
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Valid driver’s license for the entire duration of the program.
Ability to walk and/or stand for the entire work shift.
Ability to lean, bend, stoop, crouch, and reach above the shoulders and below the knees.
Ability to lift up to 5 lbs., occasionally lift materials up to 32 lbs., and rarely lift up to 50 lbs.
Fine motor coordination, depth perception, and ability to hear equipment from a distance.
Ability to wear gloves for prolonged periods, as 90% of work tasks involve glove wear due to potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree.
Experience working with SOPs, GDP, GMP, CLIA, and the FDA.
Experience in a highly regulated or high-volume retail environment.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, technical, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

Complete the expedited training program and pursue a Plasma Center Operations Manager position.
Develop a learning plan and gain hands-on experience in managing high-volume plasma collection facilities.
Provide employee feedback, conduct performance reviews, support employee development, participate in staff planning and recruiting, and engage and retain employees.
Cultivate a positive team environment and motivate a diverse team.
Provide operational support, conduct management training, solve problems, and communicate with senior management.
Create a positive donor experience and retain donors.
Assist with production as needed.
Travel to BioLife locations across the country to learn and network with team members.