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Buyers and Purchasing Agents, Farm Products

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Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Purchase farm products either for further processing or resale. Includes tree farm contractors, grain brokers and market operators, grain buyers, and tobacco buyers. May negotiate contracts.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

86%

Self-employed

7%

Federal Government

3%

Private not for profit

1%

State and local government

0%

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree

    76%

  • Associate's degree

    8%

  • High school

    7%

  • Some college

    7%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Agricultural/Farm Supplies Retailing and Wholesaling

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Leadership

    High

  • Verbal Skills

    Mid

  • Math and Science Skills

    Mid

  • Technology Design and Control

    Mid

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Low

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Mid

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Administration and Management
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Mathematics
  • Computers and Electronics
  • English Language

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Repetitiveness

    High

  • Decision Making

    High

  • Level Of Competition

    High

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Mid

  • Time Pressure

    Mid

  • Responsibility

    Mid

  • Physical Activity

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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