Skills Council of Canada

Assessment to determine skill gaps

Procurement Analyst

Test Description

This test measures the candidate's ability to develop procurement specifications and requirements, communication skills, and computer proficiency related to acquisitions, as well as managing capabilities. The test covers several subject areas:

MS Office

Assesses the candidate's proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Accounting and Bookkeeping Principles

Evaluates the candidate's knowledge of basic accounting and bookkeeping principles, including financial statements, balance sheets, and income statements.

Legal Terminology

Tests the candidate's understanding of legal terminology commonly used in procurement and supply chain management.

Business Communication

Assesses the candidate's ability to communicate effectively in a business setting, including writing reports and memos, making presentations, and conducting meetings.

E-mail Etiquette

Evaluates the candidate's knowledge of proper e-mail etiquette, including formatting, tone, and content.

Supply Chain Management

Tests the candidate's understanding of supply chain management principles, including inventory management, logistics, and procurement.

Time and Project Management

Assesses the candidate's ability to manage time effectively and complete projects on schedule.

It can be used to evaluate the performance potential of candidates for the following positions: Logistics Analyst, Purchasing Analyst, Purchasing/Inventory Analyst, and Supply Chain Procurement Analyst.

Each assessment provides an overview of your job role skills. This includes the essential, soft and technical skills? Assessments can be customized to create more difficult, complex evaluations.

What are the essential skills?

Analytical skills
Attention to detail
Communication skills
Negotiation skills
Project management skills
Financial analysis skills
Market research skills
Vendor management skills
Contract management skills
Strategic thinking skills

What are the soft skills?

Communication skills
Analytical thinking
Attention to detail
Time management
Problem-solving abilities
Interpersonal skills
Negotiation skills
Adaptability
Teamwork
Customer service orientation

What are the technical skills?

Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation
Knowledge of procurement processes and procedures
Experience with procurement software and systems
Ability to conduct market research and analysis
Strong negotiation skills
Understanding of contract management principles
Familiarity with financial analysis and budgeting
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

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