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Can AI do the work of a Procurement specialist?
Today an AI can already classify, reconcile, and prep a first close. The final call, and what goes to the tax office, still has a name on it.
It measures how much work time can already be saved, not who will lose their job.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Procurement specialist
34%
AI or a robot can already do 34% of this job.
#20 / 103
View rankingProcurement specialist
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Purchase the highest quality merchandise at the lowest possible price and in correct amounts.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 14% | 28% | +3.9 |
Monitor and follow applicable laws and regulations.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 13% | 28% | +3.6 |
Prepare purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 12% | 28% | +3.4 |
Maintain and review computerized or manual records of purchased items, costs, deliveries, product performance, and inventories.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 55% | +5.5 |
Analyze price proposals, financial reports, and other data and information to determine reasonable prices.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 55% | +5 |
Arrange the payment of duty and freight charges.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Write and review product specifications, maintaining a working technical knowledge of the goods or services to be purchased.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Research and evaluate suppliers, based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production and distribution capabilities, and the supplier's reputation and history.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 4% | 48% | +1.9 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 25% | 28% | +7 |
| Total | 100% | 34% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- types of coffee beans
- coffee grinding levels
- food and beverage industry
- coffee characteristics
- examine green coffee beans
- apply HACCP
- conduct extensive international travel
- analyse consumer buying trends
- negotiate price
- evaluate coffee characteristics
Sources for this job· O*NET 13-1023.00· ESCO/ISCO 3323
IS WORK OVER?
Personal trainer
27%
#74 / 103
View rankingPersonal trainer
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Observe participants and inform them of corrective measures necessary for skill improvement.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 12% | 28% | +3.4 |
Instruct participants in maintaining exertion levels to maximize benefits from exercise routines.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Offer alternatives during classes to accommodate different levels of fitness.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 28% | +2.5 |
Teach proper breathing techniques used during physical exertion.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 22% | +2 |
Monitor participants' progress and adapt programs as needed.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 28% | +2.5 |
Plan routines, choose appropriate music, and choose different movements for each set of muscles, depending on participants' capabilities and limitations.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Teach and demonstrate use of gymnastic and training equipment, such as trampolines and weights.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 22% | +1.8 |
Evaluate individuals' abilities, needs, and physical conditions, and develop suitable training programs to meet any special requirements.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 27% | 28% | +7.6 |
| Total | 100% | 27% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- demonstrate professional Pilates attitude
- manage fitness communication
- safely instruct about fitness
- identify customer objectives
- ensure safety of exercise environment
- analyse personal fitness information
- show professional responsibility
- provide fitness information
- prescribe exercises
- adapt Pilates exercises
Sources for this job· O*NET 39-9031.00· ESCO/ISCO 3423