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MSAT CDMO Manager

Springfield, NJ

$111K - $185K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The MSAT CDMO Manager provides technical and people leadership for MSAT activities supporting pharmaceutical and/or radiopharmaceutical drug product manufacturing across internal and external ...

MSAT CDMO Manager

Springfield, NJ · On-site

$111 - $185/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The MSAT CDMO Manager provides technical and people leadership for MSAT activities supporting pharmaceutical and/or radiopharmaceutical drug product manufacturing across internal and external ...

MSAT CDMO Manager

Springfield, NJ · On-site

$111K - $185K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The MSAT CDMO Manager provides technical and people leadership for MSAT activities supporting pharmaceutical and/or radiopharmaceutical drug product manufacturing across internal and external ...

Clinical Supply Chain CDMO Project Manager

London, OH · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Clinical Supply Chain CDMO Project Manager Company: Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals Inc. About Ipsen: Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three ...

Clinical Supply Chain CDMO Project Manager

Cambridge, MA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Clinical Supply Chain CDMO Project Manager Company: Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals Inc. About Ipsen: Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three ...

Clinical Supply Chain CDMO Project Manager

Marshfield, MA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Clinical Supply Chain CDMO Project Manager Company: Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals Inc. About Ipsen: Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three ...

Associate Director, CDMO Alliance Management

$169K - $253K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Associate Director, CDMO Alliance Management, Global External Manufacturing (GEM) will serve as Otsuka's representative and business partner toward our network of Contract Development and ...

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How much do manager cdmo jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for manager cdmo in the United States is $59,525.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $68,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the roles and responsibilities of a Manager CDMO?

A Manager CDMO (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization) oversees the relationship and project management between a pharmaceutical or biotech company and external CDMO partners. Their responsibilities include coordinating project timelines, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing budgets, and facilitating communication between internal teams and the CDMO. They play a key role in ensuring that drug development and manufacturing projects meet quality standards and are delivered on time. The Manager CDMO also addresses any issues that arise during the project lifecycle and ensures alignment with company objectives.

How does a Manager CDMO typically interact with clients and internal teams to ensure project success?

A Manager CDMO (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization) acts as a key liaison between clients and various internal departments such as R&D, quality assurance, and manufacturing. They coordinate project timelines, communicate client requirements, and address any issues that arise to keep projects on track. Effective collaboration and clear communication are essential, as managers often facilitate meetings, provide regular updates, and align cross-functional teams to meet client expectations and regulatory standards. This role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to adapt to shifting client needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Manager CDMO, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Manager CDMO (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization), you need a solid background in pharmaceutical or biotechnology processes, project management expertise, and a relevant science or engineering degree. Familiarity with quality management systems (QMS), regulatory compliance tools (like GMP, ISO), and project tracking software is typically required. Strong leadership, negotiation, and interpersonal communication skills help in managing cross-functional teams and client relationships. These skills and qualifications are vital for ensuring project success, regulatory adherence, and client satisfaction in a highly regulated and competitive industry.

What is the difference between Manager Cdmo vs Project Manager?

AspectManager CdmoProject Manager
CredentialsTypically requires life sciences or pharmaceutical management experience, relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, regulatory training)Requires project management certifications (e.g., PMP), often with industry-specific experience
Work EnvironmentWorks within pharmaceutical or biotech companies, overseeing clinical development or manufacturingWorks across industries, managing projects in various sectors including healthcare, IT, construction
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly employed in pharmaceutical, biotech, and contract manufacturing organizationsUsed across multiple industries, including healthcare, construction, IT, and engineering

The Manager Cdmo primarily focuses on managing contract development and manufacturing operations within the pharmaceutical industry, requiring specialized industry knowledge. In contrast, a Project Manager oversees various projects across industries, emphasizing project execution and delivery. While both roles involve leadership and coordination, the Manager Cdmo's expertise is more industry-specific, especially in regulated environments.

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Infographic showing various Manager Cdmo job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,525 per year, or $28.6 per hour.

CDMO Contracts Administrator Senior Specialist

Lantheus

Springfield, NJ • On-site

$102K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

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
The CDMO Contracts Administrator Senior Specialist is an Evergreen site leader responsible for shaping and advancing Evergreen CDMO client projects, advancing Lantheus strategic goals, and managing technical business operations. This role reports into Supply Chain and requires cross-functional collaboration with Manufacturing, MSAT, Quality Assurance, Quality Contral, Legal, and Finance as well as supportive functions for the Executive Team.

As part of the responsibilities, this person will develop and maintain relevant documentation necessary for CDMO operations including client Master Service Agreements (MSAs), client work orders, vendor non-disclosure agreements, vendor MSAs, vendor work orders. Functions of the role also include defining and managing the Evergreen Springfield site budget, as well as supporting Finance with Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable workflows. The role will support external CDMO clients as well as high-priority internal projects. This position will have a strong outward-facing presence and will support Lantheus’ initiatives by representing the company in different capacities as required.

This position is based in Springfield, New Jersey and requires a presence on-site 5 days per week, and open to applicants authorized to work for any employer within the United States.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as primary point of contact for business development and operational needs for existing and prospective CDMO clients. Prepare work orders for execution with existing and prospective customers.
  • Cross-functionally support all operational teams in the CDMO including manufacturing, MSAT, QC, and QC among others.
  • Lead and manage CDMO vendor relationships, including establishment of Master Service Agreements and service contracts.
  • Collaborate with Legal on new work orders, vendor agreements, and advice as business needs evolve.
  • Process monthly billing and set budgets for annual revenue and operating expenses.
  • Maintain the site resource allocation calendar by scheduling upcoming internal and external work. Close collaboration is required with departments to ensure existing personnel and equipment resources are effectively utilized when scheduling.
  • Ensure operational excellence by allocating and directing internal resources and effectively utilizing outsourcing to achieve project and business goals in a timely manner.
  • Serve as a site resource for Procurement, providing outreach to vendors to obtain necessary supplies and services, often in a fast-paced environment.
  • Provide Procurement and Finance training to the rest of the organization, as well as guidance to operational teams.
  • Help define and lead strategy as a senior member of the Supply Chain team and support the Site Leadership Team.

Basic Qualifications

  • Life Science degree
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience within the pharmaceutical industry, CRO health-related consulting company, or biomedical/clinical experience within academia (or a combination of aforementioned).
  • Track record of success in building and leading teams. Strong managerial experience is essential.
  • Collaborative leader who is able to establish and drive strong cross-functional partnerships and scientific exchange with diverse stakeholders.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and to operate in the role with the highest of ethical standards and professionalism is required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills are necessary with proven strong leadership skills.
  • Goal-oriented self-starter with an acute attention to detail. Must be team-oriented, able to work independently and proactively, and able to multitask. Lead others by building consensus.
  • Well-grounded in drug development with extraordinary leadership competencies and the strategic business perspective needed to bring products forward and to maximize their commercial value.

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 $111,000 and $185,000 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. 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 August 24, 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 team at talentacquisition@lantheus.com.

Lantheus is an E-Verify Employer.