Blood Banking Procurement and Training Leader

** Manager, Biologics Procurement & Manufacturing Training*
* *
* Location:

** Norcross, GA (On-site; potential hybrid flexibility)

** Compensation:**  $85,000-$120,000 base salary

** Industry:
** Transfusion Diagnostics / Immunohematology / IVD Manufacturing

** About the Opportunity*
* We are seeking  
** Procurement & Manufacturing Training professional!*
* ** We are open to either Supervisor or Manager level candidates at this time.
** The team is eager to bring on a strong technical leader who can balance blood banking expertise, GMP manufacturing oversight, and training leadership in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.

This position is on-site in Norcross, GA, working closely with an established manufacturing and biologics team.

** Position Overview*
* This role blends  
** biologics procurement, blood product supply management, GMP manufacturing compliance, and training leadership** .

The Manager will:

+ Oversee sourcing and inventory management of red blood cells and other blood products for manufacturing.

+ Ensure supply stability while maintaining stringent quality specifications.

+ Lead manufacturing training initiatives for new hires and cross-training of current staff.

+ Supervise departmental personnel and oversee daily operational activities.

+ Ensure compliance with GMP, ISO 13485, and regulatory standards for in vitro diagnostic (IVD) manufacturing.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong communication skills, scientific depth, and operational decisiveness.

** Key Responsibilities*
* ** Biologics Procurement & Supply Management*
* + Manage procurement and inventory levels of red blood cells and related biologics.

+ Maintain supplier relationships and ensure product quality specifications are met.

+ Monitor supply stability and mitigate risk during shortages.

+ Oversee documentation and compliance related to biologics sourcing.

** Manufacturing Training Leadership*
* + Develop and execute GMP-compliant training programs.

+ Conduct and document competency assessments.

+ Lead onboarding and cross-training initiatives across:

+ Cell Processing

+ Monoclonal Production

+ Production Support

+ Controlled Components

+ Solid Phase Manufacturing

+ Vialing & Packaging

+ Maintain training documentation aligned with audit and regulatory expectations.

** GMP & Regulatory Oversight*
* + Ensure adherence to GMP and ISO 13485 standards.

+ Review SOPs and controlled documents.

+ Support audit readiness and regulatory inspections.

+ Oversee documentation integrity, CAPAs, and compliance activities.

** Leadership & Team Management*
* + Provide direct supervision, scheduling, and performance management of team members.

+ Conduct interviews and performance evaluations.

+ Support a positive, collaborative, and accountable team culture.

** Qualifications*
* ** Required*
* + Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Medical Laboratory Science, or related scientific field.

+ 1-3+ years of experience in a GMP-regulated environment (medical device, biologics, or IVD).

+ Strong technical foundation in blood banking, transfusion services, or immunohematology.

+ Supervisory or team leadership experience.

+ Experience working in ISO 13485 or medical device manufacturing environment.

** Highly Preferred*
* + SBB (Specialist in Blood Banking) certification.

+ 5-7 years of blood bank or transfusion service experience (for strong supervisor-level candidates).

+ Experience in IVD manufacturing.

+ Experience managing deviations, SOPs, and training documentation.

** This role may be a strong fit for:*
* + Blood Bank or Transfusion Service Supervisors

+ Reference Laboratory SBBs

+ IVD Manufacturing Supervisors with biologics experience

+ Immunohematology specialists with GMP exposure

High-performing supervisors with SBB certification are strongly encouraged to apply, even if they are not currently in a manager title.

** Why Join?*
* + Be part of a global leader in transfusion diagnostics.

+ Lead a high-impact function critical to product manufacturing and patient care.

+ Join a collaborative team with strong scientific depth.

+ Influence training and supply strategy within a regulated, quality-driven organization.

If you have strong blood banking…