About Us

A boutique retail consultancy with over 20 years’ experience. Offering bespoke services tailored to every business need from indie start up to corporate level, Ruthenium Retail will support you to realise your vision across all business functions.

Our Mission

Ruthenium Retail is a leading Boutique Retail Consultancy with over 20 years of experience in the retail industry. We are passionate about retail and understand the unique challenges that businesses face in this dynamic and competitive market. We offer bespoke services tailored to every business need, from indie start-ups to corporate-level operations. Our goal is to help you achieve your vision and unlock the full potential of your retail business.

At Ruthenium Retail, we believe in a holistic approach to retail consultancy. We work closely with our clients to understand their goals, challenges, and opportunities. We analyse your business performance, customer behavior, and market trends to develop customised solutions that meet your specific needs and budget. Our services cover all business functions, including strategic planning, merchandising, marketing, store design, visual merchandising, inventory management, pricing strategy, branding, social media marketing, and staff training.

Our team of seasoned professionals has extensive experience in the retail industry, including fashion, beauty, lifestyle, and luxury goods. We stay up-to-date with the latest industry insights, trends, and best practices to ensure that we deliver innovative and effective solutions to our clients. We believe in building long-term relationships with our clients based on trust, mutual respect, and a shared passion for retail excellence.

If you are looking for a Boutique Retail Consultancy that can help you achieve your business objectives, look no further than Ruthenium Retail. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and explore how we can support you to realize your vision across all business functions.

Ruthenium Retail Founder

Alexander Ruthen is the founder of Ruthenium Retail, a consultancy firm specialising in retail strategy and operations. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, he has developed and executed business strategies for start-ups and established organisations, ranging from luxury brands to owner/managed businesses. Alexander has a proven track record in implementing successful operational change projects across the global retail market, and he brings a wealth of project management skills to his clients. He is known for his energy and passion for the industry, and is dedicated to helping businesses achieve their goals and thrive in a constantly evolving retail landscape.

Key Skills

Global retail strategy and operations.
Project Management, delivering of change and operational projects internationally.
SME Buying and Merchandising, Merchandise Planning and Apparel.
Financial and budget management.
Embedding Change.
Digital transition.
Coaching and mediation

Let’s do it.

Connect with us to discuss your retail business needs. We offer personalised consultations to improve your performance and profitability. Let’s work together to make your business thrive!