62101 economic 2025-2027
Lower Mainland - Southwest Moderate
Canada Moderate
Retail and wholesale buyers in Lower Mainland - Southwest
Salary Information
Wage data for this region
Entry-level
$18.00
/hr
Typical
$31.73
/hr
Experienced
$47.60
/hr
Average: $34.17/hr
Source: Job Bank Canada. Wages may vary by region and experience.
Employment Trends Analysis
The employment outlook will be Moderate for retail and wholesale buyers (NOC 62101) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small 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 3,530 people work in this occupation.
- Retail and wholesale buyers mainly work in the following sectors:
- Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 56%
- Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 19%
- Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 6%