Typical Tasks
Maintain records of business transactions and product inventories, reporting data to companies or government agencies as necessary.
Arrange for transportation or storage of purchased products.
Review orders to determine product types and quantities required to meet demand.
Purchase, for further processing or for resale, farm products, such as milk, grains, or Christmas trees.
Negotiate contracts with farmers for the production or purchase of farm products.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Enterprising
Business based Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Stress Tolerance
Dependability
Attention to Detail
Integrity
Analytical Thinking
Initiative
What key skills are needed for this job?
Speaking
Critical Thinking
Active Listening
Persuasion
Negotiation
Reading Comprehension
Expected Knowledge
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Transportation
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
Common Activities
Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
