How do they match: Wholesale and Retail Buyers, Except Farm Products

  • Wholesale and Retail Buyers, Except Farm Products

  • Buyer Assistant
  • Category Development Manager
  • Category Manager
  • Commodity Manager
  • Department Manager
  • Procurement Manager
  • Purchasing Manager
  • Wholesale and Retail Merchant

  • Buy merchandise or commodities, other than farm products, for resale to consumers at the wholesale or retail level, including both durable and nondurable goods. Analyze past buying trends, sales records, price, and quality of merchandise to determine value and yield. Select, order, and authorize payment for merchandise according to contractual agreements. May conduct meetings with sales personnel and introduce new products. May negotiate contracts. Includes assistant wholesale and retail buyers of nonfarm products.

  • Develop strategies to advertise green products or merchandise to consumers.
  • Train or supervise sales or clerical staff.
  • Collaborate with vendors to obtain or develop desired products.
  • Consult with store or merchandise managers about budgets or goods to be purchased.

  • Develop business or market strategies.
  • Train personnel to enhance job skills.
  • Discuss business strategies, practices, or policies with managers.