Notes on employment for Purchasing managers, buyers, and purchasing agents
- Forty-two percent are employed in wholesale trade or manufacturing establishments.
- Some firms promote qualified employees to these positions, while other employers recruit college graduates; regardless of academic preparation, new employees need 1 to 5 years to learn the specifics of their employer�s business.
- Overall employment is expected to be slower than the average, but the projected change in employment varies significantly by occupational specialty.
- Opportunities should be best for those with a college degree.
More information on Purchasing managers, buyers, and purchasing agents from The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook
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