They analyze past buying trends, sales records, and the price and quality of merchandise to determine value and yield.
Buyers select, order, and authorize payment of merchandise according to contractual agreements.
They may conduct meetings with sales personnel and introduce new products. There are approximately 670-815 buyers and purchasing agents currently employed in Sacramento and Yolo Counties. About 10-20 job openings are projected per year due to a net increase in occupation size. Some have completed 1-2 years of college. A few have completed 4 years of college.