Vice President, Plasma Operations

Grifols

VP of Plasma Operations providing strategic direction for Canada's plasma donor center operations. Ensuring compliance, quality, and profitability while managing senior leaders and operational activities.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeToronto • 🇨🇦 CanadaLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive leadership in plasma operations management, with a strong focus on strategic planning, budget oversight, and compliance with regulatory standards. Proven ability to optimize operational processes and drive growth within the bio-tech and plasma collection industries.

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Plasma Operations ManagementRegulatory Compliance (FDA, EMA)Strategic PlanningOperational EfficiencyProject Management

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Hard Skills

Budget ManagementOperational PlanningPerformance MeasurementProcess ImprovementDonor Procurement ManagementQuality AssuranceROI OptimizationCapital ForecastingLabor Efficiency ManagementMaterial Efficiency Management

Soft Skills

CollaborationLeadershipCommunicationTeam ManagementStrategic Direction

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Life SciencesMBA (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

PlasmapheresisBio-Tech IndustryPharma ManufacturingDonor Center ManagementOperational Activities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provides overall strategic direction and guidance to the operational activities of the Canada plasma donor center organization
Directs and full responsibility over Plasma operations in Canada
Approves budgets, plans and goals for the control of the planned production, budgeted spending, labor efficiency, material efficiency
Directs and oversees operational activities and projects to ensure business goals are achieved and results are in line with the stated objectives
Assists in the development of the Canada plasma operations strategic plan to advance the Company's mission and objectives
Implements programs to ensure attainment of business plans for growth and profit
Oversees team of senior leaders and the general manager and field levels
Approves divisional operating procedures, policies, and standards in compliance with FDA, EMA, and other regulatory standards
Develops and maintains the headcount, capital forecasts, and operational expense budgets for plasma production
Directs, appraises and sets appropriate measurement targets for the performance of all operational functions of the donor centers
Responsible for the proper integration of newly acquired donor centers
Implements improved processes and management methods to generate higher return on investment (ROI) and workflow optimization

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelors degree in Life Sciences, Business, Engineering or equivalent required
MBA preferred
Minimum of 15 years management experience in the plasma collection industry or the bio-tech/pharma manufacturing industry, including experience leading a large organization at the executive level
Strong knowledge of plasmapherisis donor center management and operations to directly manage the disciplines of donor procurement and quality assurance in a bio-tech/plasma industry
Technical expertise and strong operational and project management skills
Ability to effectively collaborate and work with all levels within a global, matrix-driven organization

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid time off
Professional development opportunities