Ruth Somerset (Andrews)

Ruth Somerset (Andrews) is an experienced professional in sourcing and product development, currently serving as the Head of Sourcing & Product Development at Ellison since January 2020, overseeing global teams in sourcing and design. Prior roles at Ellison include Sourcing & Product Development Manager and Sourcing Manager, where responsibilities encompassed managing product pipelines and leading sourcing initiatives. Previous experience includes roles as Retail Buyer at LEWIS'S HOME RETAIL LIMITED, Junior Buyer at B&M Retail, and Assistant Buyer at Ponden Home. Ruth began a career in retail as a Graduate Trainee Buyer at Dunelm and holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Textile Design for Fashion and Interiors from The University of Huddersfield, complemented by A levels in Fashion/Textile Design from Yale College Wrexham.