Job prospects Produce Buyer in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region

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Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Retail and wholesale buyers in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region. The number of job openings was about the same as the number of workers available in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

The employment outlook will be limited for Retail and wholesale buyers (NOC 62101) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
• Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

Here are some key facts about Retail and wholesale buyers in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

• Approximately 2,870 people work in this occupation.
• Retail and wholesale buyers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 57%
  • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 17%
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 6%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology