NOC 62101Retail and wholesale buyers

TEER 2 — College diploma, apprenticeship (2+ yrs) or supervisory

NOC 62101 is the Canadian National Occupational Classification code for Retail and wholesale buyers. It is classified TEER 2 — College diploma, apprenticeship (2+ yrs) or supervisory, which meets the skill requirement for Express Entry. An officer decides whether you can claim this code by comparing the duties written in your reference letter against the official main duties below — not by your job title.

Express Entry eligible: Yes
Regulated in Québec: No
In demand in Manitoba: Yes

Classification

Sales & service

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Definition

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.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Purchase merchandise for resale by retail or wholesale establishments
Review requirements of establishment and determine quantity and type of merchandise to purchase
Study market reports, trade periodicals and sales promotion materials and visit trade shows, showrooms, factories and product design events
Select the merchandise which best fits the establishment's requirements
Interview suppliers and negotiate prices, discounts, credit terms and transportation arrangements
Oversee distribution of merchandise to outlets and maintain adequate stock levels
Establish and maintain contact with suppliers
May supervise the work of other retail buyers.
Retail and wholesale buyers may specialize in a particular merchandise line.

Example job titles

•appliance buyer
•assistant buyer
•beverage taster and buyer
•buyer - retail
•buyer - wholesale
•chief buyer
•clothing buyer
•food buyer

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Overview

NOC 62101 (Retail and wholesale buyers) is classified under TEER 2 of the Canadian National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system. Individuals in this category primarily purchase merchandise for resale by retail or wholesale establishments. Due to its TEER 2 status, this occupation is eligible for Canada's Express Entry system, specifically under the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) and the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), as well as various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) across Canada.

According to Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), the core duties for this role include selecting, purchasing, and managing merchandise, negotiating prices, discount terms, and transportation arrangements, and monitoring inventory. Employment requirements typically include a university degree or college diploma in business, marketing, or a related field, combined with several years of experience in retail sales or merchandising.

Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.

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Frequently asked questions

Is NOC 62101 eligible for Express Entry?

Yes — Retail and wholesale buyers is TEER 2, and TEER 0–3 occupations meet the skill-level requirement for Express Entry programs such as the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. Full eligibility also depends on your work experience, language results and other program criteria.

What education or training does NOC 62101 usually require?

Retail and wholesale buyers is classified as TEER 2 — College diploma, apprenticeship (2+ yrs) or supervisory. Always confirm the exact employment requirements on the official NOC profile before relying on them.

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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.