Role Description CTG is seeking to fill a Strategic Sourcing Analyst I opening for our client. Location: Remote Duration: 6 months Primary Responsibilities: - Partner with business units and support functions to source qualified vendors that meet organizational requirements while delivering the best overall value. - Lead and facilitate strategic sourcing initiatives from planning through contract execution. - Identify and engage Executive Sponsors and cross-functional project teams to ensure stakeholder alignment and participation throughout sourcing engagements. - Conduct project kick-off meetings to establish objectives, sourcing strategies, timelines, and success criteria. - Develop and execute Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Quotes (RFQs), and Requests for Information (RFIs) based on business needs, market conditions, and organizational standards. - Coordinate vendor communications, bid submissions, demonstrations, reference checks, and site visits as part of the vendor evaluation process. - Facilitate the analysis, evaluation, and scoring of vendor responses against established selection criteria. - Lead contract negotiations in collaboration with project stakeholders and Legal to secure competitive pricing and favorable contractual terms. - Prepare and present sourcing recommendations, business cases, and project outcomes to executive sponsors and senior leadership. - Document sourcing initiatives, savings achievements, operational impacts, and vendor selection rationale. - Support Third-Party Risk Management activities by ensuring vendors are appropriately risk-assessed, vetted, and approved prior to contract execution. - Research procurement trends, analyze spend data, and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements. - Ensure compliance with corporate policies, regulatory requirements, risk management standards, and internal controls. - Escalate risk-related issues when necessary and support audit and regulatory remediation efforts. - Promote a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment. - Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned. Scope of Responsibilities: - Strategic Sourcing is a structured process designed to maximize competition, leverage vendor relationships, control costs, and mitigate organizational risk. - This role plays a critical part in ensuring the organization obtains the best value from vendor engagements while maintaining appropriate governance and compliance standards. - Responsible for managing sourcing initiatives and negotiating contracts generally valued up to $1 million. - Ensures vendor contracts are properly documented, competitively sourced, and aligned with organizational objectives. - Supports expense management initiatives through data analysis, market research, and strategic vendor selection. - Collaborates with stakeholders across multiple business units to drive sourcing best practices and procurement efficiencies. Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: - No direct supervisory responsibilities. - Leads cross-functional project teams during sourcing initiatives and provides guidance throughout the sourcing process. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Procurement, or a related field. - Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, vendor management, supply chain, purchasing, or a related business function. - Experience supporting sourcing events, vendor evaluations, contract negotiations, or procurement initiatives. - Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. - Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. - Strong interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills. Requirements - Experience within banking, financial services, or other regulated industries. - Knowledge of strategic sourcing methodologies, supplier management, and procurement best practices. - Familiarity with third-party risk management processes and vendor governance programs. - Experience using procurement, sourcing, contract management, or spend analysis tools. - Professional certifications such as CPSM, CSCP, CPM, or related procurement certifications. - Experience analyzing spend data and identifying cost-reduction opportunities. - Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required. Benefits - The expected base salary for this position ranges from $26.00 to $43.34/hour. - Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. - In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offered.

Role Description We are looking for a sharp, curious, and analytical person to join us part-time as a Commodity Market Economist. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of financial markets, commodities, global trade, AI, and real-world business decision-making. The role is ideal for someone who enjoys following markets, understanding what drives price movements, and turning complex information into practical insights. What you'll do: - Help shape the market intelligence layer of Spotlock's AI platform. - Provide each client with tailored insights about their specific commodities, exposures, risks, and relevant market developments. - Follow commodity markets, financial news, macro events, and supply chain developments. - Analyze how market events may affect commodity prices and client exposures. - Turn financial and market information into clear, practical insights. - Manage and improve market intelligence content inside the Spotlock platform. - Work hands-on with the system to structure, review, and refine client-specific insights. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Data Analytics, or a relevant analytical field. - Strong analytical thinking and independent judgment. - Ability to read and understand financial/economic information. - Interest in commodity markets, global trade, macroeconomics, and market-moving events. - Strong written communication skills. - High attention to detail. - Comfortable working with digital systems and learning new tools. - Strong English and Hebrew writing/reading skills. Requirements - Currently studying for an MA or PhD in Economics, Finance, or a related field. - Experience with financial research, market analysis, economic research, or data analysis. - Familiarity with commodities, supply chains, procurement, or trading. Benefits - This is not a standard student research role. - You will help build the intelligence layer of a real AI-driven product used by companies dealing with volatile commodity markets. - Your work will directly affect how businesses understand risks, interpret market events, and make better decisions. - You will gain hands-on exposure to commodity risk management, financial markets, AI-based workflows, and the way market movements translate into real business impact. - For someone interested in economics, markets, technology, and global trade, this is a rare opportunity to get meaningful experience in a fast-moving startup environment. Role Details This is a part-time, hourly-based role of approximately 10–20 hours per week, fully remote and with flexible working hours. The scope can be adjusted based on the candidate's availability and fit. How to Apply Please send your CV and a short note including: - Your academic/professional background. - Why financial markets, commodity markets, or global events interest you. - Your weekly availability.

• Responsible for the development and execution of category management strategies for various areas of spend • Creates category plans and strategic sourcing initiatives • Conducts spend analysis and market intelligence to identify and leverage key opportunities • Optimize supplier pool and mitigate risk to the business • Report to the Sr. Director – Category Management • Can work remotely, with a preference for Tennessee and Texas

• Process purchase orders/online orders for internal stakeholders • Verify information accuracy and confirm orders and deliveries • Communicate with internal stakeholders’ order status and delivery dates • Contact suppliers to update orders • Resolve shipping errors and address shortages • Acquire vendor information and submit to Accounts Payable for entry into Workday for new suppliers or existing suppliers • Partner with finance for accounts payable to resolve pricing discrepancies, and reconciling invoices • Ensure all purchases adhere to company policies, budgetary limits and preferred supply lists