Blood Collections Manager – Fixed Sites

American Red Cross

. Provide strategic oversight and leadership for fixed collection sites in the Kansas-Oklahoma region .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership and management capabilities in overseeing blood collection operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and achieving collection goals. Proficient in budget management, staff development, and effective communication across departments.

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Leadership ExperienceRegulatory Compliance KnowledgeBudget ManagementProject ManagementInterpersonal Skills

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Hard Skills

Blood Banking ExperiencePerformance EvaluationProblem AnalysisProcess ImprovementUnion Relations Management

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsPublic Relations SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam DevelopmentNegotiation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficePowerPointExcelARC Vehicles

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Blood CollectionWhole BloodPower Red CellsPlateletsPlasma

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic oversight and leadership for fixed collection sites in the Kansas-Oklahoma region
Ensure facilities meet regulatory requirements and production targets across whole blood, Power Red cells, platelets, and plasma
Oversee regional collection teams and achievement of collection goals, business initiatives, and quality metrics
Provide support, development, and leadership guidance to volunteers
Perform duties in compliance with standard operating procedures and applicable regulations
Develop and monitor the assigned collections budget
Manage assigned mobile operations and oversee multiple technologies as needed
Coordinate with functional departments to achieve collection goals, quality, service excellence, and process-improvement metrics
Monitor and correct donor flow and customer-service problems with Donor Recruitment
Manage, coach, and mentor supervisors and staff, including performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and employment decisions
Ensure appropriate staffing and coordinate training, in-services, regulatory requirements, and new-staff protocols
Ensure collections meet patient needs, including right-type mix and demand requirements
Operate ARC vehicles as required, including loading, setup, maintenance, and teardown of supplies and equipment
Ensure effective internal and external communication across departments
Participate in divisional and national projects
Work out of Tulsa, Salina, or Wichita and travel regularly to additional sites, approximately 25–30%

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 5 years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and related experience required
Minimum of 3 years of management/supervisorial experience
A current, valid driver’s license and a good driving record is required
Biomedical experience is preferred
Knowledge of regulatory compliance, group dynamics, customer maintenance, negotiation skills, and project management preferred
Excellent organizational skills and ability to handle multiple priorities effectively
Ability to assimilate information quickly, analyze problems, and implement appropriate solutions
Ability to work independently while developing a functioning team
Excellent public relations and interpersonal skills
Ability to interact effectively with staff, hospital personnel, physicians, volunteers, and donors
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including training and presentations
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint and Excel
Experience working with union staff and managing union relations
5+ years of leadership experience within the blood banking/blood product industry is a competitive edge
Bachelor’s degree in science is a plus
Must reside in or near Tulsa, Wichita, or Salina to effectively support business needs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental Vision plans
Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
PTO: Starting at 15 days a year; based on type of job and tenure
Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays
401K with up to 6% match
Paid Family Leave
Employee Assistance
Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
Service Awards and recognition
This role may be eligible for relocation assistance