Distributor Manager – APAC
Location: UK or APAC Region
Salary: Up to £60k + Employee Ownership Benefits
Employment Type: Full Time
Are you experienced with managing biotechnology or pharmaceutical equipment distributor networks in the APAC region? Would you thrive working in a supportive employee-owned culture and leading the go-to-market strategy for APAC? Redline Group is supporting a leading technology advanced sensor and monitoring solutions manufacturer as they seek an experienced Distributor Manager to support and grow its distribution network to biotechnology and pharmaceutical organisations across the APAC region.
This Distributor Manager role offers a strong package, with a twice-yearly profit share, company shares, increasing holiday entitlement with additional Christmas closure leave, and flexible working arrangements. You can be based from the UK or any country in the APAC region where you will work remotely with regular customer travel.
The Role
Manage and develop distributors across the APAC region.
Drive product adoption and strengthen market presence within bioprocessing and brewing.
Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline; manage leads and forecasting via CRM.
Identify and convert new business opportunities.
Deliver customer presentations, demonstrations, and proposals.
Support customer satisfaction and post-sales engagement.
Collaborate with internal teams to execute pricing, positioning, and go-to-market plans.
Regular international travel across APAC(approx. 30%).
Key Requirements
Qualification in biotechnology, cell biology, or a related scientific discipline
Proven distributor/channel management experience in APAC.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
CRM proficiency and strong forecasting discipline.
Fluent in English; additional languages such as Mandarin, Japanese, or Korean highly advantageous.
Valid driving licence and willingness to travel internationally.
Why Apply?
Employee-owned organisation with strong values and a collaborative culture.
Profit share, company shares, and comprehensive benefits.
Opportunity to influence regional strategy in a high-growth global market.
For more information or to apply for the Distributor Manager - APAC opportunity please contact Yuon Skelton – yskelton@redlinegroup.Com / 01582 878829. ....Read more...
Graduate Inventor – Complex Mechanical Design
We are partnered with a growing medical devices company in Cambridge who are looking to hire the next generation of inventors.
You will be utilising your mechanical engineering education to invent and develop brand-new medical devices that aim to save and improve lives. This means working on a project from initial eureka moment and ideation all the way through to readying the device for manufacture.
You will be working alongside expert engineers and scientists in a multidisciplinary team, meaning that this role will expose you to new aspects of the design and development process, considering both engineering and science-based principles.
This medical devices company have a track record of delivering step-changes with their innovation and engineering capabilities. This means that almost all your work will be on highly complex technologies, with minimal work on legacy products.
We are looking for engineers who have a strong passion for medical devices and biotechnology design as well as strong academics and relevant commercial exposure in the form of placement years and internships. This role is open to bachelor’s graduates all the way up to recent PhD graduates.
You will receive an excellent starting salary with benefits that include bonus, share options and a market-leading learning and development programme.
We anticipate a lot of interest in this role so make an application now to be considered for this exciting opportunity.
Newton Colmore is a specialist medical devices and biotechnology recruitment agency, with expertise in helping our clients find the experts they need to develop ground-breaking products, therapeutics, and services.
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Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Cell & Gene Therapy Systems – Cambridge
We are working with a leading medical devices and biotech company, based in Cambridge, to recruit a Senior Manufacturing Engineer who thrives on solving complex technical challenges across global teams. This role offers the opportunity to lead multiple projects that scale up advanced bioreactor and consumable systems, supporting commercial manufacturing across the UK, Europe, and occasionally further afield.
You will be responsible for transferring products from development into full-scale manufacture, ensuring quality and compliance with ISO 13485 standards. Your work will include instrument qualification, supplier alignment for CE and UKCA certification, and the creation of robust documentation, including SOPs and Work Instructions. You will collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners, acting as a key technical interface across continents.
We are seeking someone with a strong background in manufacturing engineering within biotech, medical devices, or automation. You will bring hands-on experience in product transfer, regulatory documentation, and customer-facing technical support. A degree in chemical engineering, biotechnology, or a related field is essential, along with a passion for continuous improvement and collaborative problem-solving.
This is an opportunity to join a company that is redefining how biotechnologies and medical devices are manufactured. You will be part of a team that values technical hobbies, mentoring, and global impact, with flexible working options and a culture that supports both professional and personal growth.
In return, you will receive a competitive salary, annual bonus, private healthcare, generous pension contributions, and access to a wide range of lifestyle and professional development benefits.
For more information, please contact Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices, Biotech and Drug Discovery Recruitment at Newton Colmore, on +44 121 268 2240. Alternatively, submit your application and a member of our team will be in touch. Please note that without a CV, we can only provide limited information.....Read more...
Mechanical Design Engineer – Genomics Instrumentation – Cambridge
A growing biotechnology company, based in Cambridge, is currently looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to support the development of cutting-edge genomics instrumentation.
You will be working within a multidisciplinary team of engineering experts, including physicists, electronics engineers, software developers, and life sciences specialists. You’ll be a key member of the team, contributing to the design and development of innovative devices that enable high-throughput genomic workflows and precision diagnostics.
We’re looking for someone with experience in product design and development, ideally within medical devices, diagnostics, or scientific instrumentation. A background in mechanical engineering is essential, and experience working in regulated environments (ISO 13485, FDA QSR) would be highly beneficial.
The ideal candidate will have a few years of industry experience and be looking to take the next step in their career. You’ll be involved in the full product lifecycle—from concept development and prototyping through to design for manufacture and product launch.
You’ll be rewarded with a competitive salary, regular salary reviews, bonus scheme, pension, life assurance, and other excellent benefits you’d expect from a growing, forward-thinking organisation.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that invests in its people and is making a real impact in the field of genomics. Due to expected interest, I recommend applying now to avoid missing out.
For more information, please feel free to call Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices and Scientific recruitment at Newton Colmore Consulting, on +44 121 268 2240, or make an application and one of our team will be in touch.
Newton Colmore Consulting is a specialist recruitment company within the Medical Devices, Scientific Engineering, Scientific Software, Robotics, Science, Electronics Design, New Product Design, Human Factors, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance and Field Service Engineering sectors.....Read more...
Electronics Engineer – Piezoelectronics – New Product Development – Cambridge
A growing Scientific Engineering organisation is currently seeking an Electronics Engineer to assist in the product development of new piezoelectronics technologies.
You will collaborate with a team of mechanical design engineers, software engineers, and scientists, making teamwork crucial. In this role, you will be the sole electronics specialist, so confidence in your abilities is essential.
Your responsibilities will include electronics design and PCB layout for the new piezoelectronics devices, as well as writing Embedded C software and using other software languages.
While having experience in piezoelectronics would be ideal, it is not a strict requirement. However, we do prefer candidates with experience in highly regulated fields such as Medical Devices, Biotechnology, Scientific Engineering, Pharmatech, or other scientific domains.
While working on cutting-edge technologies, you will also enjoy an excellent starting salary, a generous pension, annual bonuses, private medical cover, life assurance, and other benefits typically associated with larger organisations.
Given the expected high level of interest in this role, we recommend submitting your application promptly if you are interested. We are looking for someone to start relatively soon, though we understand that you may have a notice period.
The interview process will be swift, commencing with a video interview and progressing to an in-person interview. Part of the interview may involve a tour of their state-of-the-art facilities, which are currently being expanded to stay at the forefront of technological advances.
For further information, please do not hesitate to call Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices Recruitment and Scientific Recruitment Specialist at Newton Colmore, on +44 121 268 2240, or submit an application, and a member of our Newton Colmore team will get in touch with you.
Newton Colmore Consulting is a specialist recruitment company within the Medical Devices, Scientific Engineering, Scientific Software, Robotics, Science, Electronics Design, New Product Design, Human Factors, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, and Field Service Engineering sectors.....Read more...
Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Implantable Medical Devices - Cambridge
An exciting opportunity awaits you to join a rapidly growing Implantable Medical Devices division and contribute to the development of innovative Medical Technologies. We are seeking a Senior or Principal Manufacturing Engineer with experience in designing production and manufacturing systems within the Medical Devices, Biotechnology or Sciences industries.
Ideally, you will have a degree in Manufacturing, mechanical or process engineering, while having Manufacturing or Process Engineering experience designing in 3D CAD while also having a background in maintaining production machinery.
You will support design teams across multiple functions, with a particular focus on Design for Manufacturing (DFM). The role involves building prototypes and testing new rigs to ensure medical devices function correctly and can be manufactured efficiently. Supply Chain experience would be highly advantageous.
Given the size of the group, we need someone willing to engage in designing, building, and testing systems, as well as maintaining production machinery. As the group expands, this role will evolve, providing excellent opportunities for career advancement.
You will be expected to take leadership of various projects as they arise, whilst also collaborating effectively within teams depends on project requirements.
Due to working alongside other Medical Devices divisions, it is expected that you would have knowledge of ISO 13485, QMS and GMP.
In return, you will receive an excellent starting salary, free lunches, enhanced pension, bonuses, healthcare and other excellent benefits you’d expect with a much larger organisation.
Given the high demand for Medical Devices opportunities, we anticipate significant interest in this role. If you are interested, we recommend submitting your application promptly to avoid missing out.
For more information, please contact Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices, Biotech and Drug Discovery Recruitment at Newton Colmore, on +44 121 268 2240. Alternatively, submit your application and a member of our team will be in touch. Please note that without a CV, we can only provide limited information.....Read more...
Project Engineer - Manufacturing Design – Implantable Medical Devices - Cambridge
An exciting opportunity awaits you to join a rapidly growing Medical Devices division and contribute to the development of innovative Implantable Medical Technologies. We are seeking a Senior or Principal Project Engineer who has previously worked as a Manufacturing Engineer with experience in designing production and manufacturing systems within the Medical Devices, Biotechnology or Sciences industries.
Ideally, you will have a degree in Manufacturing, mechanical or process engineering, while having Manufacturing or Process Engineering experience designing in 3D CAD while also having a background in maintaining production machinery.
You will support design teams across multiple functions, with a particular focus on Design for Manufacturing (DFM). The role involves building prototypes and testing new rigs to ensure medical devices function correctly and can be manufactured efficiently. Supply Chain experience would be highly advantageous.
Given the size of the group, we need someone willing to engage in designing, building, and testing systems, as well as maintaining production machinery. As the group expands, this role will evolve, providing excellent opportunities for career advancement.
You will be expected to take leadership of various projects as they arise, whilst also collaborating effectively within teams depends on project requirements.
Due to working alongside other Medical Devices divisions, it is expected that you would have knowledge of ISO 13485, QMS and GMP.
In return, you will receive an excellent starting salary, free lunches, enhanced pension, bonuses, healthcare and other excellent benefits you’d expect with a much larger organisation.
Given the high demand for Medical Devices opportunities, we anticipate significant interest in this role. If you are interested, we recommend submitting your application promptly to avoid missing out.
For more information, please contact Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices, Biotech and Drug Discovery Recruitment at Newton Colmore, on +44 121 268 2240. Alternatively, submit your application and a member of our team will be in touch. Please note that without a CV, we can only provide limited information.
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Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Medical Devices - Cambridge
An exciting opportunity awaits you to join a rapidly growing Medical Devices division and contribute to the development of innovative Medical Technologies. We are seeking a Senior or Principal Manufacturing Engineer with experience in designing production and manufacturing systems within the Medical Devices, Biotechnology or Sciences industries.
Ideally, you will have a degree in Manufacturing, mechanical or process engineering, while having Manufacturing or Process Engineering experience designing in 3D CAD while also having a background in maintaining production machinery.
You will support design teams across multiple functions, with a particular focus on Design for Manufacturing (DFM). The role involves building prototypes and testing new rigs to ensure medical devices function correctly and can be manufactured efficiently. Supply Chain experience would be highly advantageous.
Given the size of the group, we need someone willing to engage in designing, building, and testing systems, as well as maintaining production machinery. As the group expands, this role will evolve, providing excellent opportunities for career advancement.
You will be expected to take leadership of various projects as they arise, whilst also collaborating effectively within teams depends on project requirements.
Due to working alongside other Medical Devices divisions, it is expected that you would have knowledge of ISO 13485, QMS and GMP.
In return, you will receive an excellent starting salary, free lunches, enhanced pension, bonuses, healthcare and other excellent benefits you’d expect with a much larger organisation.
Given the high demand for Medical Devices opportunities, we anticipate significant interest in this role. If you are interested, we recommend submitting your application promptly to avoid missing out.
For more information, please contact Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices, Biotech and Drug Discovery Recruitment at Newton Colmore, on +44 121 268 2240. Alternatively, submit your application and a member of our team will be in touch. Please note that without a CV, we can only provide limited information.....Read more...
DFM Engineer – Design for Manufacturing – Medical Devices - Cambridge
An exciting opportunity awaits you to join a rapidly growing Medical Devices division and contribute to the development of innovative Medical Technologies. We are seeking a Senior or Principal Design Engineer who has previously worked as a hands on engineer, potentially as a Manufacturing Engineer, while working on Design of Manufacturing (DFM) within the Medical Devices, Biotechnology or Sciences industries.
Ideally, you will have a degree in manufacturing, mechanical or process engineering, while having Manufacturing, Design or Process Engineering experience designing in 3D CAD while also having a background in maintaining production machinery.
You will support design teams across multiple functions, with a particular focus on Design for Manufacturing (DFM). The role involves building prototypes and testing new rigs to ensure medical devices function correctly and can be manufactured efficiently. Supply Chain experience would be highly advantageous.
Given the size of the group, we need someone willing to engage in designing, building, and testing systems, as well as maintaining production machinery. As the group expands, this role will evolve, providing excellent opportunities for career advancement.
You will be expected to take leadership of various projects as they arise, whilst also collaborating effectively within teams depends on project requirements.
Due to working alongside other Medical Devices divisions, it is expected that you would have knowledge of ISO 13485, QMS and GMP.
In return, you will receive an excellent starting salary, free lunches, enhanced pension, bonuses, healthcare and other excellent benefits you’d expect with a much larger organisation.
Given the high demand for Medical Devices opportunities, we anticipate significant interest in this role. If you are interested, we recommend submitting your application promptly to avoid missing out.
For more information, please contact Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices, Biotech and Drug Discovery Recruitment at Newton Colmore, on +44 121 268 2240. Alternatively, submit your application and a member of our team will be in touch. Please note that without a CV, we can only provide limited information.....Read more...
Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Medical Devices
A medical devices company based in Cambridgeshire is looking for a senior manufacturing / new product introduction engineer to join their fledgling team and help take their first products from development through to production.
This company is looking to transform the lives of their patients by providing a step-change in real-time personalised health information via their novel sensor technology.
As a manufacturing engineer within the business, you will be taking lead on their manufacturing process development, including controlling each stage of the process and planning experimental work with prototypes to discover where improvements can be made with the product and processes.
You will also hold responsibility for assessing manufacturing quality, and supporting design for manufacture as products are developed, including modelling product costs, identifying potential suppliers, and supporting supplier audits.
A key aspect of this role will also be applying your knowledge to design verification activities, including the procurement of prototypes for testing and specification and validation of jigs and fixtures.
The company are offering a generous and tailored compensation package which also variety of perks, including monetary bonuses. They have built an innovative environment and make sure their people have everything they need to make a success of their roles. You will be joining a multidisciplinary team, working alongside world-class engineers and scientists.
This company is looking for an engineer that has hands-on experience with design and manufacturing, ideally coupled with an understanding of ISO13485 and GMP. Familiarity with manufacturing process improvement methodologies would be an advantage, as would having a good network of CMOs and tooling specialists.
This role will grow as the company grows and along with your technical contribution you will play a key part in shaping their working practices and team culture. It is an exciting time to join this company.
If you would like to find out more about this opportunity, then make an application and a consultant within our team will be in touch to discuss it further.
Newton Colmore is a specialist search firm operating within the medical devices and biotechnology sectors.
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NPI Engineer – Clinical Diagnostics
Newton Colmore is representing a medical devices company based in Cambridge, recognised as an industry leader in novel clinical diagnostics technology. This organisation has built a strong reputation for delivering life-changing healthcare solutions through engineering and manufacturing excellence.
Due to continued growth and expansion of their product portfolio, they are seeking an experienced NPI Engineer to join their manufacturing transfer team.
The Role
This is a great opportunity for an NPI engineer to play a pivotal role in bringing innovative medical devices from concept through to commercial production. You will be at the heart of new product introduction (NPI) activities, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless product launches.
Key Responsibilities
Design for Manufacturing (DfM) & Transfer:
Lead design for manufacturing initiatives, working collaboratively with R&D teams to improve product designs for efficient, scalable production
Drive technology transfer activities from development through to full-scale manufacturing
Develop and implement manufacturing strategies for new product introductions
Conduct manufacturing feasibility assessments and risk analyses
Process Development & Optimisation:
Design, develop and validate manufacturing processes for medical device production
Create detailed manufacturing procedures, work instructions and quality control protocols
Implement lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives
Support scale-up activities from pilot production to commercial volumes
Cross-functional Collaboration:
Partner with quality assurance teams to ensure regulatory compliance throughout the manufacturing process
Work closely with supply chain and procurement teams on vendor qualification and component sourcing
Collaborate with project management teams to ensure timely delivery of NPI milestones
Essential Requirements
Ideally around five years in manufacturing engineering within a medical devices or biotechnology environment. Flexible for the right candidate.
Proven experience in design for manufacturing and new product introduction
Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes including machining, assembly, and quality control systems
Experience with manufacturing transfer projects and scale-up activities
Understanding of medical device regulations (ISO 13485, FDA QSR, MDR) is highly desirable
Proficiency in CAD software and manufacturing analysis tools
Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration skills
Ideally educated to degree level in a relevant subject.
What's On Offer
Competitive salary commensurate with experience – flexible from mid-level to senior.
Comprehensive benefits package including bonus, healthcare, pension, and much more.
Opportunity to work with complex medical technology that makes a real difference to patients
Professional development opportunities and career progression
Cooperative, innovative working environment with world-class engineering teams
Next Steps
This is a confidential search being conducted on behalf of our client. For a discrete, confidential discussion about this exceptional opportunity, please contact:
Matt Lowdon Founder 0121 268 2240 / hello @ newtoncolmore . com
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Due to the confidential nature of this search, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted with full company details.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of background.
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You will start by helping with the fundamentals: processing purchase and sales invoices in Xero, managing the main accounts inbox, keeping supplier and customer data accurate, and supporting both AP and AR activity. You’ll also be involved in bank reconciliations, coding transactions, resolving discrepancies, and helping us stay on top of Pleo company payment card activity.
As you progress, you’ll build experience in month-end management accounts tasks such as preparing accruals and prepayments, posting supervised journals, completing basic balance sheet reconciliations, and assisting with audit and reporting requests.
This is a practical, hands-on role suited to someone who’s organised, willing to learn, and ready to get a genuine understanding of how a finance team operates. You’ll be supported throughout, with the chance to build strong foundations for a long-term career in accounting.
Key Responsibilities:
Accounts Payable:
Process purchase invoices in Xero with accurate coding and correct approvals
Match invoices to purchase orders or internal authorisation
Manage the primary accounts inbox, ensuring queries are prioritised and resolved
Process and monitor pro forma invoices, ensuring timely payment and receipt of VAT invoices for processing into Xero
Help maintain supplier data and assist with supplier statement reconciliations
Accounts Receivable:
Process sales invoices in Xero accurately and in line with customer agreements
Assist in managing customer accounts, ensuring data is up to date and queries are handled promptly
Support credit control activity, including monitoring overdue balances and following up with customers professionally
Reconcile customer receipts and allocate payments correctly
Bank & Cash Management:
Complete regular bank reconciliations in Xero
Code and allocate bank transactions accurately
Investigate and resolve unreconciled items
Pleo Card Management:
Monitor company Pleo card transactions and ensure receipts/supporting documentation are submitted
Review, code, and post Pleo transactions into Xero
Reconcile Pleo activity to the Pleo bank feed and resolve discrepancies
General Finance Support:
Maintain organised, compliant financial records
Assist the finance team with ad hoc administrative tasks and operational finance duties
Month-End Support:
As confidence grows, the apprentice will gain experience in:
Preparing accrual and prepayment schedules
Posting supervised month-end journals
Completing basic balance sheet reconciliations
Supporting the month-end close process
Assisting with audit requests and internal reporting
Training Outcome:
Upon completion of the Level 4 apprenticeship and building confidence in a finance setting this role will become an Accounts Assistant
Furthermore there is potential for the successful candidate to move onto a Level 7 CIMA apprenticeship and work towards full chartered management accountant status
This offers a direct path from entry-level training to full professional qualification, with ongoing support from the finance team throughout
Employer Description:SpectrumX is a biotechnology company focused on providing safe and effective healthcare products powered by proprietary HOCl formulations. SpectrumX is the ONLY company in the UK and Europe to have the license to use the patented, shielded HOCl+ formulation, Spectricept Tm. Coupled with this, SpectrumX is establishing itself as a market leader in the manufacturing of liquid steriles and associated products into both clinical and aesthetic settings.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, start time flexible between 8.00am - 9.00am. Shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Confident with numbers,Confident with financial data,Basic Excel skills,Accuracy,Proactive,Eager to learn,Reliable approach to deadlines....Read more...
