Buyer

Responsible for finding products to sell, negotiating prices, and managing inventory. Buyers often have industry experience and use analytical skills to identify market trends and gaps.
Responsibilities
Researching the market: Buyers research their target market and analyze sales data to identify trends and gaps
Selecting suppliers: Buyers evaluate suppliers and select the best ones to work with
Negotiating contracts: Buyers negotiate contracts with suppliers and manufacturers
Managing inventory: Buyers manage inventory and stock, and place and track purchase orders
Maintaining vendor relations: Buyers build relationships with suppliers and maintain good vendor relations
Evaluating quality: Buyers evaluate the quality of goods and decide on quantities and style
Processing purchase orders: Buyers process and organize purchase orders, invoices, and receiving documents
Skills
Analytical skills: Buyers use analytical skills to create financial reports and conduct cost analyses
Negotiation skills: Buyers use negotiation skills to negotiate prices and delivery dates
Communication skills: Buyers use strong communication skills to discuss terms of purchase with vendors
Research skills: Buyers use research skills to identify market trends and gaps
Math skills: Buyers use math skills to perform cost analyses