Tasks Include:

• monitors sales data and stock levels
• considers profitability, marketability and suitability of goods to
  fit company image
• inspects, compares and selects goods
• negotiates purchase, promotion and supply arrangements
  with suppliers
• designs and implements pricing, marketing, promotion and
  display strategies
• compiles budget requirements of departments under control
• liaises with management on long-term planning and sales
  promotions
• establishes working plans according to seasonal and budgetary
  requirements
• anticipates consumer trends and determines quantity, style
  and quality of goods to be purchased
• may specify original products, source raw materials and
  arrange manufacturing to specifications