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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.


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.

  • 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

Business Development Manager

Scotland and Northern Ireland Full Time OTE £55,000 +

Finance Assistant

Colchester Fixed Term Contract £27000.00

Financial Accountant

Colchester Full Time £45000.00

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