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Wholesale and Retail Buyers, Except Farm Products

SOC 13-1022.00

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. Includes assistant wholesale and retail buyers of nonfarm products.

Green Occupation Zone 3 Business and Financial Operations

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Yes

Green

Top Skills 8

Negotiation

4.0

Active Listening

3.8

Speaking

3.8

Critical Thinking

3.8

Persuasion

3.8

Active Learning

3.4

Judgment and Decision Making

3.4

Reading Comprehension

3.2

Knowledge Areas 8

Sales and Marketing

3.8

Customer and Personal Service

3.7

English Language

3.6

Mathematics

3.6

Administration and Management

3.4

Computers and Electronics

3.4

Economics and Accounting

3.2

Communications and Media

2.7

Key Tasks

1Buy merchandise or commodities for resale to wholesale or retail consumers.

2Negotiate prices, discount terms, or transportation arrangements with suppliers.

3Examine, select, order, or purchase merchandise consistent with quality, quantity, specification requirements, or other factors, such as environmental soundness.

4Recommend mark-up rates, markdown rates, or merchandise selling prices.

5Obtain information about customer needs or preferences by conferring with sales or purchasing personnel.

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