13-1022Wholesale and Retail Buyers, Except Farm Products
Official English titleWholesale and Retail Buyers, Except Farm Products
Official English duty definition
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. Excludes “Procurement Clerks” (43-3061).
Classification parents
- Minor group
- Business Operations Specialists
13-1000 - Broad occupation
- Buyers and Purchasing Agents
13-1020
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