A commodity buyer works in the supply chain industry to purchase commodities for use in manufacturing or production, such as buying grains to be used for making cereal. As a commodity buyer, your job duties include cultivating relationships with the supplier, negotiating contracts, finding new commodity sources, and developing new practices for increasing the efficient delivery of commodities. Qualifications for this career include a bachelor’s degree in business or logistics, experience or strong familiarity with global supply chains, and skills in negotiating and prioritizing. You may be assigned to ensure the quality of a commodity before purchase, so the ability to travel for work is also essential.