Ruth Hamilton Cox
About Ruth Hamilton Cox
Ruth Hamilton Cox is a Business Development Director at EDITED, with a notable career in merchandising and buying across various companies, including GANT and Club 21. She holds a B.Sc (Hons) in Textile Design Management from The University of Manchester.
Current Role at EDITED
Ruth Hamilton Cox serves as the Business Development Director at EDITED, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for driving business growth and developing strategic partnerships. Her experience in the retail sector contributes to her ability to identify market opportunities and enhance the company's positioning within the industry.
Previous Experience at GANT
Ruth Hamilton Cox worked at GANT in various capacities over a span of seven years. She served as the Buying and Merchandising Director from 2019 to 2021, overseeing product selection and merchandising strategies. Prior to that, she held the position of Head of Buying and Merchandise from 2014 to 2019, where she focused on optimizing buying processes. Additionally, she was the Head of Global Business Planning from 2021 to 2022, contributing to the company's strategic planning initiatives.
Career Background in Merchandising
Ruth Hamilton Cox has extensive experience in merchandising across several organizations. She was the Head of Merchandising at Club 21 from 2012 to 2014 and worked as a Consultant at White Stuff for a brief period in 2012. Her earlier roles include Head of Merchandising at Faith Shoe Group Limited from 2007 to 2010 and Senior Merchandiser from 2004 to 2007. She also gained significant experience at River Island, where she worked as a Merchandiser for eight years from 1996 to 2004.
Educational Background
Ruth Hamilton Cox studied at The University of Manchester, where she earned a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Textile Design Management. Her studies, completed from 1990 to 1993, provided her with a solid foundation in textile management and design, which has informed her career in the retail and merchandising sectors.