Is retail buying and merchandising same. If not than what is the difference?

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Asked by vibhu nara

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    Neha Agarwal | Guide-Level 14

    9 years ago
    Hi Vibhu,
    Retail buying and merchandising are not same.
    Merchandising: Merchandiser
    Duties:
    · oversee research, planning, and development of product at the wholesale level
    · establish product direction and composition
    · collaborate closely with design, production, and sales teams
    · track and analyze market trends and forecasts
    · understand customer preference (what the buyers want)
    · study past sales and interpret data for new product direction
    · work with product development on pre- and post-production processes
    Retail Buying: Buyer
    Duties:
    · responsible for the purchasing of apparel and accessories from manufacturers or wholesalers for re
    ...more

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