Engineering, Industry, and Manufacturing Technology
       Purchasing Agents, Except Wholesale, Retail, and Farm Products
Purchase machinery, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, or services necessary for the operation of an establishment. Purchase raw or semifinished materials for manufacturing. May negotiate contracts.
Occupation Details
County Information
Wage
                $32/hour
                Average
            
            
                $62,210/year
                Median
            
        Wage Range
                 $41,740/year
                 Entry
            
            
                 $78,440/year
                 Experienced
            
        Growth Opportunity
                 187
                 Annual Openings
            
            
                 -2% change
                 total jobs from 2020-2030
            
        Education Typically Needed
Bachelor's degree
    Work Experience Typically Needed
None 
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