Senior Buyer / Planner

Job Description

Job Description

About Lantheus

Lantheus (NASDAQ : LNTH) is the leading radiopharmaceutical -focused company, delivering life-changing science to enable clinicians to Find, Fight and Follow disease to deliver better patient outcomes. Headquartered in Massachusetts with offices in New Jersey, Canada, Germany, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom, Lantheus has been providing radiopharmaceutical solutions for nearly 70 years.

Today, we’re expanding our portfolio and pipeline across oncology, neurology and cardiology. Through recent acquisitions, along with strategic partnerships across the life sciences ecosystem, we are accelerating our efforts to advance precision medicine and improve patient outcomes around the world.

At Lantheus we are purpose-driven, and every employee plays a vital role in our success. We’re dedicated to cultivating a high-growth, forward-thinking culture where innovation thrives and diverse perspectives drive meaningful progress.

Join us and be part of a company where your contributions make a real impact, because we know someone’s health is in our hands.

Summary :

The Sr. Buyer / Planner is responsible for the procurement of direct materials including Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients, Excipients, Consumables, and other production related materials to support Manufacturing and project requisite timelines. In this position you will serve as a primary liaison between Lantheus and its suppliers to address requirements, non-conformance, delivery, and invoice issues.

This position is based in Massachusetts and requires a presence on-site three days per week, and open to applicants authorized to work for any employer within the United States.

Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions :

• Procures materials to ensure on-time delivery of goods consistent with facility Manufacturing or Project requirements.
• Creation and submission of POs to suppliers and confirms or reschedules delivery dates as required. Will escalate disruptions to Management as needed to ensure Supply Chain interests are adequately met and will assist in the contingency planning for resolution when necessary.
• Supervise material receipts through quality release process to ensure material availability.
• Responsible for all purchasing / planning data in ERP system for designated commodities.
• Primary liaison for day to day contact with Suppliers. Meets with key suppliers, and document performance in accordance with internal operating procedures. Drives continuous improvement with suppliers utilizing systems and tools to monitor and report supplier performance and corrective action.
• Process Change Controls, Deviations and CAPAs as required. Participate in the development of purchasing specifications by analyzing technical data, product requirements, and collaborating cross functionally with relevant SME’s.
• Must be able to manage product expiry and re-test requirements.
• Prepares moderately complex reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data from various sources. Able to analyze large amounts of data, extrapolate insights and present findings and recommendations to management
• The Buyer / Planner will foster a high performing organization by creating and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions. S / he will engage in knowledge sharing and help train new hires when needed.
• The individual will be an active user of the LX system and will contribute to identifying system gaps and working with IT partners to implement solutions
• Maintain current knowledge of and ensure all work activities are conducted in compliance with the full range of related internal and external systems, technologies, regulatory requirements and related policies and procedures. Ensure all documentation is completed in a timely manner.
• Actively demonstrates the Lantheus values of accountability, quality, customer service, efficiency, collaboration and safety.

Basic Qualifications :

Core Values

The ideal candidate will embody Lantheus core values :

The pay range for this position is between $84,800 and $117,000 annually.

Actual base pay offered may vary depending on a number of factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience. Employees in this position are eligible for a discretionary performance-based cash incentive, and depending on the level of the role may be eligible for a discretionary annual equity award. Benefits for this position include a comprehensive health benefits package that includes medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage. Other offerings include life and disability benefits, pre-tax accounts, a 401(k) with company contribution, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including paid vacation, holidays, sick days, and paid parental leave. Interested candidates can apply at Lantheus.com. Applications for this position will be accepted until December 3, 2025.

Lantheus is an equal opportunity employer that provides a workplace free from discrimination. All qualified applicants and employees are considered without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Lantheus is an E-Verify Employer.

Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and / or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the Lantheus Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@lantheus.com.