Automation index
Can AI do the work of a Retail salesperson?
Today an AI or a robot can barely cover part of a shift. Pace, the physical space, and dealing with people still are the job.
It does not calculate how many people will be replaced.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Retail salesperson
28%
AI or a robot can already do 28% of this job.
#57 / 103
View rankingRetail salesperson
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Greet customers and ascertain what each customer wants or needs.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Bag or package purchases and wrap gifts.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Open and close cash registers, performing tasks such as counting money, separating charge slips, coupons, and vouchers, balancing cash drawers, and making deposits.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Compute sales prices, total purchases, and receive and process cash or credit payment.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Answer questions regarding the store and its merchandise.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Recommend, select, and help locate or obtain merchandise based on customer needs and desires.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Prepare merchandise for purchase or rental.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Describe merchandise and explain use, operation, and care of merchandise to customers.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 46% | 28% | +12.9 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- sales argumentation
- characteristics of products
- e-commerce systems
- product comprehension
- types of written press
- guarantee customer satisfaction
- carry out products preparation
- operate cash register
- ensure compliance with legal requirements
- examine merchandise
Sources for this job· O*NET 41-2031.00· ESCO/ISCO 5223
IS WORK OVER?
Procurement specialist
34%
#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