Associate Director, 3PL Operations (Third-Party Logistics)

Lantheus Medical Imaging Inc; Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 139,000 - 232,000; Full time

Job summary

Lantheus Medical Imaging Inc seeks an Associate Director of 3PL Operations to lead cold chain and radioactive pharmaceutical logistics, focusing on third-party providers to ensure quality, regulatory compliance, and efficiency.

The role requires on-site presence in Massachusetts, strategic oversight of 3PL relationships, and collaboration with regulatory affairs, quality control, and manufacturing to maintain supply chain integrity and exceptional patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, or a related field is required. Advanced degree preferred.
• Extensive experience in pharmaceutical supply chain management with a focus on cold chain and radioactive products.
• Proven track record in managing 3PL relationships and regulatory requirements.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for cold chain and radioactive pharmaceuticals logistics.
• Evaluate market trends, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements to enhance logistics strategies.
• 3PL Management: select, negotiate contracts with, and manage relationships with third-party logistics providers; oversee performance and SLAs.
• Cold Chain Management: implement and maintain handling, storage, and transportation of temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals; ensure GDP compliance.
• Develop procedures for secure handling, transportation, and storage of radioactive pharmaceuticals in compliance with regulations.
• Compliance and Quality Assurance: establish QA measures and conduct audits across the supply chain.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: work with regulatory affairs, QA, manufacturing for seamless coordination.
• Identify and mitigate risks and develop contingency plans; drive continuous improvement to reduce costs and boost efficiency.

Skills

3PL management

Cold chain logistics

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Associate Director, 3PL Operations (Third-Party Logistics)

Job Category: Logistics/Distribution

Requisition Number: ASSOC003923

• Posted : August 28, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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331 Treble Cove Rd
Billerica, Town of, MA 01862, USA

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331 Treble Cove Rd
Billerica, Town of, MA 01862, USA

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 of role

We are seeking an Associate Director of 3PL Operations. As an Associate Director for Cold Chain Pharmaceuticals and Radioactive Pharmaceuticals with a focus on 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) Management, your role will involve a range of responsibilities to ensure the safe and efficient handling, storage, and transportation of pharmaceutical products, particularly those requiring temperature control and those classified as radioactive. As the Associate Director, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the end-to-end logistics and supply chain operations for cold chain and radioactive pharmaceuticals. Your primary focus will be on managing third-party logistics providers to guarantee the integrity and compliance of the supply chain.

This position is based in Massachusetts and requires a presence on-site 3+ days per week, and open to applicants authorized to work for any employer within the United States.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for the cold chain and radioactive pharmaceuticals logistics, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
• Evaluate market trends, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements to enhance logistics strategies.
• 3PL Management:
  • Select, negotiate contracts with, and manage relationships with third-party logistics providers.
  • Oversee the performance of 3PL partners to ensure adherence to quality standards, regulatory compliance, and service level agreements.
• Cold Chain Management:
  • Implement and maintain robust processes for the storage, handling, and transportation of temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals.
  • Ensure compliance with Good Distribution Practices (GDP) and other relevant regulations.
• Develop and implement procedures for the secure handling, transportation, and storage of radioactive pharmaceuticals in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Compliance and Quality Assurance:
  • Establish and maintain quality assurance measures for the entire supply chain, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  • Conduct regular audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement.
• Cross-functional Collaboration:
  • Collaborate with other departments, including regulatory affairs, quality control, and manufacturing, to ensure seamless coordination across the supply chain.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks related to cold chain and radioactive pharmaceutical logistics.
• Develop contingency plans to address unforeseen challenges.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in logistics processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize overall performance.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• Extensive experience in pharmaceutical supply chain management with a focus on cold chain and radioactive products.
• Proven track record in managing 3PL relationships.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements for pharmaceutical logistics.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• This job description outlines a challenging role that requires a strategic mindset, strong leadership, and a deep understanding of pharmaceutical logistics, especially in the context of cold chain and radioactive products.

Preferred Qualifications

• cGMP Knowledge
• Six Sigma or APICS certifications a plus

Core Values

The ideal candidate will embody Lantheus core values:

• Let people be their best
• Respect one another and act as one
• Learn, adapt, and win
• Know someone’s health is in our hands
• Own the solution and make it happen

The pay range for this position is between $139,000 and $232,000annually.

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. 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 September 25, 2026.

Lantheus is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

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 teamat [e-mail] .

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