About the Role
To effectively deploy and manage operations resources, drive oversight, ensure compliance with regulatory services, and oversee operational performance to achieve organizational mission and goals.
Responsibilities
- Oversee operations processes including blood donor screening, collections, clinical services, components preparation, donor testing, reference laboratory, inventory management, distribution, and supply chain.
- Participate in developing and implementing the organization’s strategic plan.
- Provide leadership in establishing and accomplishing operational goals and objectives.
- Develop business plans and monitor execution in conjunction with Executives and VPs.
- Oversee operational planning, budgeting, and compliance for meeting budgets, goals, and objectives.
- Prepare and present operational reports and metrics as directed by the CEO.
- Provide leadership and direction for reporting staff in evaluating, coaching, and counseling employees.
- Ensure timely and effective training, feedback, and constructive guidance to improve employee job performance.
- Ensure the highest levels of service and professionalism are exhibited throughout the organization.
- Ensure exceptional customer service is provided both internally and externally.
- Maintain operational compliance with applicable industry standards, local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
- Function as a subject matter expert in matters relating to the FDA, AABB, FACT, and other applicable regulatory authorities.
- Promote compliance with all operational and corporate policies and procedures through leadership and example.
- Represent the company and actively participate in the Association for the Advancement of Blood & Biotherapies (AABB), America’s Blood Center (ABC), and other relevant professional organizations or groups.
- Meet and exceed expectations of the AMO CommYOUnity! employee program standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Minimum of 7-10 years of leadership management and/or supervisory experience in a blood center required.
- Excellent communication skills both verbally and written as well as presentation skills.
- Must be team oriented with the ability to lead by example.
- Must have the ability to handle difficult situations and deal with sensitive and highly confidential information.
- Must have strong computer skills and knowledge.
- Must exhibit professional conduct and demeanor at all times.
- Requires strong interpersonal, organizational experience, and demonstrated success in project and time management.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- High level of attention to detail.
- Able to meet assigned timeline tasks as required.
- Ability to make sound decisions.
- Ability to draw reasonable conclusions.
- Must be able to handle multiple priorities and prioritize effectively.
- Must be able to work in an environment with bio-hazardous material.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
- Must be able and willing to halt production as determined by MD, CEO, and CQO if necessary.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and overtime as needed.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license.
- Must possess proof of insurance.
- Must possess an acceptable driving record.
- Background and drug screen required.
Skills
- Leadership management
- Supervisory experience
- Communication skills
- Presentation skills
- Team oriented
- Computer skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Organizational skills
- Project management
- Time management
Location
- Texas
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 7-10 years leadership management and/or supervisory experience
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent
- College degree with RN, MT (ASCP), SBB, or related field preferred
- Relevant experience in a highly regulated environment may substitute for formal education
Equal Opportunity
- Veterans and Disabled individuals encouraged to apply.
