Job Description

The ideal candidate will be computer savvy and a fast typist with a keen eye for detail. You will report to a data manager or another senior data team member. Understanding of data confidentiality principles is essential. The company will rely on you to have accurate and updated data that is easily accessible through a digital database.

RESPONSIBILITIES · Transfer data from paper formats into computer files or database systems using keyboards, data recorders or optical scanners · Type in data provided directly from customers · Create spreadsheets with large numbers of figures without mistakes · Verify data by comparing it to source documents · Update existing data · Retrieve data from the database or electronic files as requested · Perform regular backups to ensure data preservation · Sort and organize paperwork after entering data to ensure it is not lost

SKILLS

· Working knowledge of office equipment and computer hardware and peripheral devices · Basic understanding of databases · Good command of English both oral and written and customer service skills · Great attention to detail · High school degree or equivalent

POSITION CAN BE FULL/ PART TIME

Company Description

Founded by Elwood Richard in 1968 on the belief that natural is better, NOW Health Group (NHG) is still a family-owned company today. NHG comprises Puresource, Canada’s leading national distributor and manufacturer of natural health products; The Fruitful Yield, a chain of 14 natural food stores in the Chicagoland area, and NOW®, the largest division of the company and manufacturer of more than 1,400 dietary supplements, foods, sports nutrition, beauty & health products and essential oils that are sold in more than 80 countries. In addition, NOW offers an additional 200 skus through its health practitioner brand, Protocol For Life Balance® and recently acquired SuperNutrition vitamins. NOW also private labels for a variety of brands and health food retailers across the country. NHG has over 1,800 employees across North America. After more than 50 years in the natural products industry, NHG remains committed to its original mission – to provide value in products and services that empower people to lead healthier lives.