Data Extraction Analyst
About the role
MERCHANDISING CONCULTANTS ASSOCIATES
Department: Data Collection
Location: Head Office – Woodbridge, ON
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
At MCA, we take pride in being a 100% Canadian Owned and operated Company, providing top-notch services to Retailers and Consumer Packaged Goods companies across Canada.
Wage: $48,000 per year
Hours: 40 hours per week
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00AM to 5:00PM
KEY RESPONSBILITIES
As a Junior Data Extraction Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in MCA's data collection initiatives. This position involves creating, maintaining, and optimizing web scraping programs, as well as analyzing, cleaning, and organizing the data.
- Translate client needs into actionable technical tasks.
- Effectively communicate technical issues to clients and vendors.
- Proactively identify data errors and inconsistencies.
- Collaborate with vendors to refine data collection processes.
- Analyze large datasets to spot trends, gaps, and errors.
- Clean and organize data for accurate and clear reporting.
- Ensure data accuracy and maintain high-quality outputs.
- Manage schedules to meet all client deadlines.
- Develop and maintain basic Python scripts for data extraction and processing.
- Review HTML and CSS structures to identify data points.
- Monitor and adjust programs for website changes.
- Propose creative, industry-informed solutions to new processes or client changes.
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE
- A diploma, degree, or relevant experience in Computer Science or Data Analytics is preferred.
- Has 1–2 years of experience in web scraping, data collection, or a similar technical role.
- Possesses basic knowledge of Python, HTML, and CSS.
- Has strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Possesses excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
- Demonstrates a willingness to learn new skills and take ownership of tasks.
- Maintain strong professional relationships with clients and vendors.
- Demonstrate initiative in identifying and solving problems independently.
- Contribute to process improvements that enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Progresses towards an intermediate-level web scraping skill set within 12–18 months.
APPLY NOW!
Applicants must reside in the specified location and be legally eligible to work in Canada.
MCA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive culture where our people feel comfortable being themselves.
MCA is committed to providing accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with the accessibility for Ontarians with disabilities act (AODA) and the Ontario human rights code.
MCA – “SIMPLY THE BEST”
About Merchandising Consultants Associates (MCA)
MCA is a best-in-class merchandising, sales, data insights and retail services company servicing blue chip retailers, manufacturers and consumers packaged good companies in both Canada and the United States. We combine experienced retail specialists, extensive retail coverage and state-of-the-art technology to help our clients win at retail. We are simply the Best!
MCA is a family-owned business that values our partners, stakeholders, and employees. MCA offers a way to augment your current salary with flexible hours and the opportunity to work with blue chip CPG brands. At the head office MCA offers a relaxing, friendly and comfortable work environment with the opportunity to implement a hybrid work schedule. We strive to make MCA simply the best place to work.
Data Extraction Analyst
About the role
MERCHANDISING CONCULTANTS ASSOCIATES
Department: Data Collection
Location: Head Office – Woodbridge, ON
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
At MCA, we take pride in being a 100% Canadian Owned and operated Company, providing top-notch services to Retailers and Consumer Packaged Goods companies across Canada.
Wage: $48,000 per year
Hours: 40 hours per week
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00AM to 5:00PM
KEY RESPONSBILITIES
As a Junior Data Extraction Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in MCA's data collection initiatives. This position involves creating, maintaining, and optimizing web scraping programs, as well as analyzing, cleaning, and organizing the data.
- Translate client needs into actionable technical tasks.
- Effectively communicate technical issues to clients and vendors.
- Proactively identify data errors and inconsistencies.
- Collaborate with vendors to refine data collection processes.
- Analyze large datasets to spot trends, gaps, and errors.
- Clean and organize data for accurate and clear reporting.
- Ensure data accuracy and maintain high-quality outputs.
- Manage schedules to meet all client deadlines.
- Develop and maintain basic Python scripts for data extraction and processing.
- Review HTML and CSS structures to identify data points.
- Monitor and adjust programs for website changes.
- Propose creative, industry-informed solutions to new processes or client changes.
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE
- A diploma, degree, or relevant experience in Computer Science or Data Analytics is preferred.
- Has 1–2 years of experience in web scraping, data collection, or a similar technical role.
- Possesses basic knowledge of Python, HTML, and CSS.
- Has strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Possesses excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
- Demonstrates a willingness to learn new skills and take ownership of tasks.
- Maintain strong professional relationships with clients and vendors.
- Demonstrate initiative in identifying and solving problems independently.
- Contribute to process improvements that enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Progresses towards an intermediate-level web scraping skill set within 12–18 months.
APPLY NOW!
Applicants must reside in the specified location and be legally eligible to work in Canada.
MCA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive culture where our people feel comfortable being themselves.
MCA is committed to providing accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with the accessibility for Ontarians with disabilities act (AODA) and the Ontario human rights code.
MCA – “SIMPLY THE BEST”
About Merchandising Consultants Associates (MCA)
MCA is a best-in-class merchandising, sales, data insights and retail services company servicing blue chip retailers, manufacturers and consumers packaged good companies in both Canada and the United States. We combine experienced retail specialists, extensive retail coverage and state-of-the-art technology to help our clients win at retail. We are simply the Best!
MCA is a family-owned business that values our partners, stakeholders, and employees. MCA offers a way to augment your current salary with flexible hours and the opportunity to work with blue chip CPG brands. At the head office MCA offers a relaxing, friendly and comfortable work environment with the opportunity to implement a hybrid work schedule. We strive to make MCA simply the best place to work.