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.

• Completion of secondary school is required.
  
• A university degree or college diploma in business, marketing or a related program is usually required.
  
• Previous work experience in retail or wholesale establishments is usually required.
  
• Supervisors and senior buyers require experience in the occupation supervised or in a particular merchandise line.