Sr. Buyer​/Senior Analyst, Direct Materials

Sr. Buyer/Senior Analyst, Direct Materials

Location: Bedford, MA

Lantheus (NASDAQ: LNTH) is a leading radiopharmaceutical‑focused company delivering life‑changing science to enable clinicians to find, fight, and follow disease to improve patient outcomes. Headquartered in Massachusetts with offices in New Jersey, Canada, Germany, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom, Lantheus has been providing radiopharmaceutical solutions for nearly 70 years.

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

At Lantheus we are purpose‑driven, and every employee plays a vital role in our success. We are 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.

We are seeking an energetic Senior Buyer of Direct Materials to manage procurement activity and supplier relationships. This position leverages SAP S/4

Hana system expertise and negotiation capabilities to place orders, ensure timely delivery of materials (expediting when necessary), and drive operational excellence. The successful candidate will partner with Category Managers, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to optimize supply‑chain processes and support continuous improvement initiatives.

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

• Execute day‑to‑day purchasing activities in SAP, including purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and supplier releases.
• Monitor material availability and manage supplier delivery schedules to meet production timelines.
• Serve as primary liaison for day‑to‑day supplier contact and document supplier performance in accordance with internal procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement with suppliers, using systems and tools to monitor performance and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate master data and MRP parameters in SAP to support procurement accuracy.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to optimize workflows and support ERP enhancements.
• Ensure adherence to internal SOPs, regulatory requirements, and documentation standards.
• Process change controls, deviations, and CAPAs as needed.
• Prepare analytical reports and dashboards summarizing procurement performance and recommendations.
• Consistently demonstrate Lantheus values with a focus on accountability, quality, customer service, efficiency, collaboration, and safety.

• 5+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or similar positions; experience in radiopharma or pharma sourcing preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, or a related field preferred.
• Significant experience using ERP systems for purchasing (SAP S/4
  
  Hana experience highly preferred) and other procurement tools.
• Ability to negotiate in varied scenarios with and without leverage and with limited data when necessary.
• Knowledge of GMP and FDA compliance requirements.
• Ability to work across levels and functions within the organization and within matrixed environments; strong analytical skills and attention to detail are critical.
• Excellent communication skills; ability to lead meetings and produce actionable reports.
• Proven ability to manage complexity and prioritize effectively.
• Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to thrive in a changing environment.
• Experience managing and improving supplier performance.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office and other enterprise software.

• This position requires a minimum of three days per week on site (four days preferred) in Bedford, MA.
• Travel approximately 15% in accordance with business requirements.

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