Russell James

Strategic Partnership Director

Surrey, England, United Kingdom

About

SDS is a long established and forward focused UK manufacturer that has built up a considerable reputation for providing specialist doorset solutions to the Healthcare sector. From our factories in Hampshire and Surrey we manufacture and supply our products into many of the UK’s major hospitals , private health groups and laboratories. We work closely with leading Architects and Capital Project Teams – from design and specification stage right through to our BM Trada approved specialist install teams. During my time at SDS I have had the opportunity to regularly work with architects, capital project managers and major contractors, at times meeting face to face and discussing best solutions for projects. It is great to be involved at the early stages of a project to have discussions with the architect and view early stage designs and then to follow them through to project completion - It is a great privilege and one of the highlights of my job. Seeing changes and shifts within the industry over time has interested me to find out what solutions we can offer our clients in the long run. I am keen to work with our clients in helping them to achieve practical solutions that not only provide durability but also look good – if you would like to discuss any upcoming projects please do give me a call on 07788872447.

Experience

  • Specialist Door Solutions Ltd (14 yrs)
    • Strategic Partnership Director
      Oct 2024 - Present · 1 yr 9 mos

    • Sales Director
      Jul 2022 - Oct 2024 · 2 yrs 4 mos

    • Commercial Director
      Jul 2012 - Jul 2022 · 10 yrs 1 mo

      In my role as specialist sales advisor at Specialist Door Solutions, I work with key healthcare architects and major hospital groups – helping them to achieve the best protection solutions that not only look fantastic but also provide durability and compliance as well. I am dedicated to building and maintaining the best customer relations and support at every stage – from project concept right through to after sales care.

  • General Manager at Farm & Country Supplies
    Jun 1997 - Aug 2012 · 15 yrs 3 mos