Clothing buyer NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for clothing buyer.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for clothing buyer is 62101 (Retail and wholesale buyers), a TEER 2 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry.
NOC code
62101
TEER 2 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 62101 covers
Retail and wholesale buyers buy merchandise for resale by retail or wholesale establishments and are usually responsible for the merchandising operations of retail or wholesale establishments. Retail and wholesale buyers who are supervisors and those who are assistants are included in this unit group.
| Unit group | 62101 — Retail and wholesale buyers |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 2 — usually requires a college diploma or apprenticeship of 2+ years, or supervisory roles |
| Broad category | Sales and service occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Purchase merchandise for resale by retail or wholesale establishments
- Review requirements of establishment and determine quantity and type of merchandise to purchase
- Study market reports, trade periodicals and sales promotion materials and visit trade shows, showrooms, factories and product design events
- Select the merchandise which best fits the establishment's requirements
- Interview suppliers and negotiate prices, discounts, credit terms and transportation arrangements
- Oversee distribution of merchandise to outlets and maintain adequate stock levels
To use NOC 62101 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 62101 →
Other job titles under NOC 62101
- Appliance buyer
- Assistant buyer
- Beverage taster and buyer
- Chief buyer
- Food buyer
- Buyer - retail
- Buyer - wholesale
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 62101, one of these may fit better:
- Clothing designer — NOC 53123 (Theatre, fashion, exhibit and other creative designers, TEER 3)
- Clothing factory manager — NOC 90010 (Manufacturing managers, TEER 0)
- Clothing plant labourer — NOC 95109 (Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities, TEER 5)
- Clothing salesperson — NOC 64100 (Retail salespersons and visual merchandisers, TEER 4)
- Clothing store manager — NOC 60020 (Retail and wholesale trade managers, TEER 0)
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for clothing buyer?+
In NOC 2021, "clothing buyer" is an example title in unit group 62101 — Retail and wholesale buyers. It is a TEER 2 occupation in the "Sales and service occupations" broad category.
Is clothing buyer eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 62101 is TEER 2, which IRCC counts as skilled work experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class — provided your actual duties match the NOC description and you meet every other program requirement.
Does clothing buyer get extra CRS points?+
NOC 62101 isn't on IRCC's high-wage list, so there are no extra high-wage or job offer points. Canadian work-length points still apply for TEER 0–3 work.
Can a clothing buyer get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 62101 isn't on any of IRCC's current category-based selection lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Program rounds.
What if my job title says clothing buyer but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 62101. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.