Center Manager in Training - Relocation Required

Senior Operations Management Trainee (Senior OMT) Overview BioLife Plasma Services, a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company, seeks a senior leader to join an advanced leadership development program. The trainee will travel up to 95% of the time, learn and manage plasma centers across the U.S., and after completion, transition to a Plasma Center Operations Manager role. Typical Day / Responsibilities Continuous Learning & Development – six-month expedited training program followed by 12 months to obtain a manager position, covering all aspects of managing high-volume blood plasma collection facilities. Team Management – cultivate a positive environment, motivate a diverse team, provide feedback, conduct performance reviews, support development, participate in staff planning and recruiting, retain employees. Career Advancement – network and build relationships to earn a Plasma Center Operations Manager role and open/operate new centers. Supportive Teamwork – operate in a fast-paced team, provide operational support, conduct management training, problem-solve, and communicate with senior management. Exceptional Customer Service – retain donors by creating a positive donor experience; may assist with production. Travel Opportunities – learn from and network with team members across the country; return home every other weekend. Required Qualifications Relocation required upon completion of the Trainee Program; flexibility to choose location. 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/stand entire shift; lift up to 5 lbs, occasional 32 lbs, rarely 50 lbs; able to lean, bend, stoop, crouch, reach above shoulders and below knees. Valid driver’s license for duration of program. Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Physical ability to work with prolonged glove wear (90% of tasks) due to bloodborne pathogen risk level 1. 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. Compensation and Benefits Location: USA – WI – Virtual. Base Salary Range: $80,000 – $110,000 (USA). May vary based on qualifications, experience, education, certifications, and location. U.S. employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives, medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time off, holidays, well-being benefits, up to 80 hours sick time, and up to 120 hours 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr