Summary Buyer - Retail in Canada
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Find key facts and figures about working as a buyer - retail. The following information is applicable to all Retail and wholesale buyers (NOC 62101).

Description

Retail and wholesale buyers buy merchandise for resale by retail or wholesale establishments and are usually responsible for the merchandising operations of retail or wholesale establishments. Retail and wholesale buyers who are supervisors and those who are assistants are included in this unit group.

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Requirements

College or apprenticeship

This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of 2 or more years, or experience working in a supervisory occupation.

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Wages

$28.00/hour

Median wage in Canada

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Prospects

Varies

The job prospects vary across Canada depending on the province or territory.

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Jobs

469 jobs

advertised in Canada

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Competencies

  • Monitoring
  • Management of Material Resources
  • Negotiating
  • Management of Financial Resources
  • Persuading

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