Automation index
How much of a Category manager’s job can AI already do?
An assortment comes earlier. The category winning without fighting own-label do not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Category manager
27%
AI can already do 27% of this job.
#138 / 623
View rankingCategory manager
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Assortment, prices and the shelf.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 48% | +8.6 |
Supplier, the negotiation and the one that will not list.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 40% | +6.4 |
Promo, the calendar and the one that clashes.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Data, margin and not killing the category.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Own-label, the clash and not hiding it.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 14% | +2.5 |
That the category wins.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
| Total | 100% | 27% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- assortment
- supplier negotiation
- category margin
- promos
- own-label
- the shelf
- calendar
- listings
Sources for this job· O*NET 11-2022.00· ESCO/ISCO 1221
IS WORK OVER?
Salesperson
28%
#88 / 623
View rankingSalesperson
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Check stock levels and reorder merchandise as necessary.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 28% | +2.5 |
Recommend products to customers, based on customers' needs and interests.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Answer customers' questions about products, prices, availability, product uses, and credit terms.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Plan, assemble, and stock product displays in retail stores, or make recommendations to retailers regarding product displays, promotional programs, and advertising.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Estimate or quote prices, credit or contract terms, warranties, and delivery dates.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Provide customers with product samples and catalogs.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Monitor market conditions, product innovations, and competitors' products, prices, and sales.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Prepare sales contracts and order forms.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 41% | 28% | +11.5 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- characteristics of products
- agricultural equipment
- sales promotion techniques
- product comprehension
- guarantee customer satisfaction
- communicate with customers
- manage schedule of tasks
- implement marketing strategies
- ensure compliance with legal requirements
- answer requests for quotation
Sources for this job· O*NET 41-4012.00· ESCO/ISCO 2433