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What You'll Do: The job is all about buying the best for the least amount of money. You will make your decision based on factors such as reliability, durability, availability, shipping speed, overall quality, and price. To get all of this information, you will meet with many vendors to determine who you should buy from. You also go to trade shows and special industry events to get the latest scoop on potential products. Once you've settled on something, you will negotiate a price and other technicalities. You will also do quality control to ensure that the products are delivered as promised and maintain detailed records of all purchases.

You will likely enjoy a regular, full-time schedule. Overtime work is common during busy times, and you may have to spend nights, weekends, and holidays in the office on occasion

Education and Training: The minimum educational requirement for a buyer or purchasing agent is a high school diploma or GED. However, most employers prefer individuals who possess a bachelor's degree in a business-related field such as accounting, finance, or economics. Depending on which industry you are a part of, you might be required to have knowledge of that particular subject matter. A buyer or purchasing agent in manufacturing might need to have a degree in engineering, for example. Previous work-related experience is also highly recommended, and some employers will refuse to hire those who don't have any.

You will receive the bulk of the training upon hire, and training usually lasts about one year. You will be taught the fundamentals of buying and work under constant supervision during this time. If you do well after about five years or so, you may have a chance to be promoted to purchasing manager. Some purchasing managers will need to have a master's degree before officially receiving the title. There are a number of certifications that can be obtained, and having one or more will give you an edge as an applicant.

The Future: The buying or purchasing profession is expected to grow at about 5-7% through 2020. That's slower than the average for all occupations, and will make for keen competition for job openings.

The Pay: Annual salaries for Buyers and Purchasing Agents in the U.S. range from $34,100 to $105,600, with the average median annual wage hitting $54,400 in 2011 as per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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