Careers at Rapid

Careers at Rapid

Join us in becoming better

At Rapid we're collaborators, innovators, and partners, with a purpose of helping you become better. As a leading distributor catering to bespoke needs in the Industrial and Education sectors across the UK, we take pride in our commitment to be the preferred choice for our customers, suppliers and our employees.


Why choose Rapid as your employer?

Collaborative can do culture

Collaborative can do culture

We foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment where every voice is heard, and every idea is valued. You'll be part of a team that thrives on collective expertise and mutual support to achieve.

Opportunities for growth

Opportunities for growth

We believe in investing in our employees' growth and development. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance to the next level, we provide ample opportunities for learning, competence development, and career advancement.

Customer-centric approach

Customer-centric approach

Our success is built on our commitment to exceed our customers' expectations. As a member of the Rapid family, you'll play a crucial role in delivering bespoke solutions that elicit customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Work-life balance

Work-life balance

We understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. That's why we offer flexible work arrangements and comprehensive benefits packages to support our employees' overall well-being.



  • Bring energy to the team every day
  • Motivate and inspire others with a positive outlook
  • Build meaningful relationships with colleagues and contacts
  • Address problems in a positive way
  • Listen carefully, reflect and think broadly, with agility
  • Prioritise own workload and be proactive in the pursuit of goals
  • Accountable for own performance delivering business goals over personal gain
  • Always set expectations and dependencies and deliver to them
  • Contribute to the success of Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives
  • Diligent approach to the detail but not losing sight of the objectives
  • Maintain a work/life balance and not be easily distracted
  • Always punctual with a professional approach
  • Dependable due to reliability, flexibility and integrity
  • Exceed both customer and colleagues expectations
  • Proactively communicate internally to enhance the success of our common goals
  • Take pride in sharing your, or Rapid's success externally
  • A high degree of learning ability, drive and ambition to succeed
  • Confident and can articulate strengths and development areas
  • Listen well to constructive feedback from line manager and give feedback with good intent
  • Positive attitude towards shared goals and set challenging personal objectives
  • Constantly look for innovative working practices and processes
  • Embrace change willingly and actively participate in Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives
  • Belief in the ability for new technology to improve our environment and wellbeing

Join us in becoming better

At Rapid, we're not just in the business of distribution; we're in the business of making a difference. Join us in our mission to be the preferred choice for our customers, suppliers, and employees, and together we all become better.

Ready to take the next step in your career?

Explore our current job opportunities and join the Rapid family.

Vacancies

Financial Accountant

Colchester Full Time £50,000.00 - £60,000.00
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Financial Accountant job description

We have an excellent opportunity in our Finance Team for an ambitious Financial Accountant who is looking to build on their experience to date working as part of a talented, evolving Finance Team, reporting directly to the Finance Director.

Purpose of the Role

The Financial Accountant is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity and compliance of Rapids financial records. The Financial Accountant plays a crucial role in supporting the finance and accounting functions of the company. This position assists in the preparation, analysis, and reporting of financial data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established accounting principles and company policies. The Financial Accountant collaborates closely with the finance team and wider business to provide valuable insights that aid in strategic and commercial decision-making.

Key Accountability

Provides essential day to day support, spanning the full range of financial duties. The role has an impact on improving profitability and contributing to future growth. It helps shape recommendations to influence the wider business. Provides well presented, accurate financial information to support and challenge the business from a regulatory and performance perspective

Why Rapid?

At Rapid we're collaborators, innovators, and partners, with a purpose of helping you become better.

As a leading distributor catering to bespoke needs in the Industrial and Education sectors across the UK, we take pride in our commitment to be the preferred choice for our customers, suppliers and our employees. Join a great place to enjoy growth

Collaborative Can Do Culture:

We foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment where every voice is heard, and every idea is valued. You'll be part of a team that thrives on collective expertise and mutual support to achieve.

Opportunities for Growth:

We believe in investing in our employees' growth and development. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance to the next level, we provide ample opportunities for learning, competence development, and career advancement.

Customer-Centric Approach:

Our success is built on our commitment to exceed our customers' expectations. As a member of the Rapid family, you'll play a crucial role in delivering bespoke solutions that elicit customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Work-Life Balance:

We understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. That's why we offer flexible work arrangements and comprehensive benefits packages to support our employees' overall well-being.

Our Values, our DNA:

At Rapid our values are lived, not laminated. You feel, hear and see them in action relentlessly. They shape our culture and make us a Great Place to Work.

Benefits

 

Paid Media Marketing Executive

Colchester Full Time £30,000.00 - £35,000.00
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Paid Media Marketing Executive job description

We have an excellent opportunity in our Marketing Team for an ambitious Paid Media Marketing Executive who is looking to build on their experience to date working as part of a talented, evolving team, reporting  to the Digital Performance Marketing Manager.

Purpose of the Role

The Paid Media Marketing Executive is responsible for managing and optimising campaigns across multiple paid channels.  The role focuses on driving performance through paid search, paid social, display and other digital advertising platforms.  Ensuring campaigns deliver strong return on investment and align with the overall digital marketing objectives.  Working as a member of the wider marketing team sharing feedback, best practise and insights to continually improve the plan and performance of the marketing for Rapid.

 

Key Accountability

The Paid Media Marketing Executive is responsible for developing and executing paid media marketing campaigns, strategies, and initiatives to promote Rapid’s products and services online, drive traffic, generate leads, and increase profitable revenue.

Why Rapid?

At Rapid we're collaborators, innovators, and partners, with a purpose of helping you become better.

As a leading distributor catering to bespoke needs in the Industrial and Education sectors across the UK, we take pride in our commitment to be the preferred choice for our customers, suppliers and our employees. Join a great place to enjoy growth

Collaborative Can Do Culture:

We foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment where every voice is heard, and every idea is valued. You'll be part of a team that thrives on collective expertise and mutual support to achieve.

Opportunities for Growth:

We believe in investing in our employees' growth and development. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance to the next level, we provide ample opportunities for learning, competence development, and career advancement.

Customer-Centric Approach:

Our success is built on our commitment to exceed our customers' expectations. As a member of the Rapid family, you'll play a crucial role in delivering bespoke solutions that elicit customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Work-Life Balance:

We understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. That's why we offer flexible work arrangements and comprehensive benefits packages to support our employees' overall well-being.

Our Values, our DNA:

At Rapid our values are lived, not laminated. You feel, hear and see them in action relentlessly. They shape our culture and make us a Great Place to Work.

Benefits


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