MidGrowing growth
Retail Buyer
Choose which products fill store shelves
$45,000 – $90,000/yrSelect and purchase merchandise for retail stores based on trend and sales analysis.
Highlights
Common tasks
Attend trade shows, negotiate with vendors, analyze sales data, and plan seasonal buys.
Potential downsides
Markdowns on bad buys, trend misreads, and pressure from vendor relationships.
Skills
CommunicationNegotiationDecision makingLeadershipStrategic thinking
Interests
Business & strategyFinance & investingEntrepreneurship
Industries
Finance
Work style
AnalyticalCollaborativePeople-focused
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