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How did you get your start doing assistant buyer work, and what career moves did you make to get to your current position?

Do you need a particular educational background?

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Julie Moore in Tampa, Florida

64 months ago

I was curious about how to get started as being a buyer. Some tips would be useful as well as the qualifications employers look for.

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WT in Brooklyn, New York

62 months ago

Hello,

I am also trying to change career and be an assistant buyer. From my research, I think the best way is to apply for an executive program. Big stores usually have them for recent college graduates, career changer and/or their current employees. The program usually put you on the floor as an assistant manager, and then you move up to assistant buyer. I hope you find the information somewhat helpful.

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Liz in Chicago, Illinois

47 months ago

I just graduated from college this may with a degree in marketing and sociology. I would like to get started as an assistant buyer, but am afraid that it won't work because my degree is not specific enough. I've had a summer of retail work at a women's clothing store, but I'm still concerned that this won't be enough. Any suggestions?

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luxe20071 in Saratoga, California

40 months ago

Liz in Chicago, Illinois said: I just graduated from college this may with a degree in marketing and sociology. I would like to get started as an assistant buyer, but am afraid that it won't work because my degree is not specific enough. I've had a summer of retail work at a women's clothing store, but I'm still concerned that this won't be enough. Any suggestions?

Liz, I have the same exact background as you, sociology/marketing and am interested in becoming a buyer.

Have you had any luck since your last post?

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lookingtomove2011 in Wichita, Kansas

14 months ago

I actually have the exacty same background as well, well my degree was in public relations and sociology, but i have been working in marketing,and next week I am interviewing for an entry level buying position. Any pointers?

Thanks

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Assistant Buyer in Fort Worth, Texas

10 months ago

fyi being an assistant buyer sux, Neim's in Dallas

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