Workforce & Capacity Optimization Lead

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Job Description

About BioLife Plasma Services

BioLife Plasma Services, a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited, is an industry leader in the collection of high-quality plasma, which is processed into life-saving plasma-based therapies. Some diseases can only be treated with medicines made with plasma. Since plasma can’t be made synthetically, many people rely on plasma donors to live healthier, happier lives. BioLife operates 250+ state-of-the-art plasma donation centers across the United States. Our employees are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for patients and ensuring that the donation process is safe, straightforward, and rewarding for donors who wish to make a positive impact.

When you work at BioLife, you’ll feel good knowing that what we do helps improve the lives of patients with rare diseases. While you focus on our donors, we’ll support you. We offer a purpose you can believe in, a team you can count on, opportunities for career growth, and a comprehensive benefits program, all in a fast-paced, friendly environment.

This position is currently classified as “hybrid” in accordance with Takeda’s Hybrid and Remote Work policy.

OBJECTIVES / PURPOSE

• Serve as a recognized expert in workforce optimization with deep expertise in scheduling and capacity planning and broad knowledge of related disciplines across US BioLife operations.
• Anticipate internal and external business challenges and regulatory considerations; recommend innovative process, technology, and policy improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Provide leadership and consultative guidance across BioLife regions, influencing workforce planning strategies and organizational priorities.
• Drive BioLife initiatives that optimizes resource utilization, improve scalability, and strengthen governance frameworks.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

DIMENSIONS AND ASPECTS

Technical / Functional (Line) Expertise

Decision-making and Autonomy

Leadership

Interaction

Innovation

Complexity

EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS :

Education

Skills

Behavioral Competencies :

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

BioLife Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. W e are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

For Location : Bannockburn, IL

U.S. Base Salary Range :

$153,600.00 - $241,340.00

The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and / or from which they will be performing the job.  The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and / or long-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of 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.

Locations

Bannockburn, IL

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

Yes