Ayr designs and manufactures critical power grid equipment including power transformers, distribution transformers, special-purpose transformers, high-voltage circuit breakers, and medium-voltage switchgear. They serve markets such as renewables, data centers, utilities, oil & gas, and industrial sectors. They position themselves as partners in power projects, offering lifecycle support and working to deliver faster than average industry timelines. Website: https://ayr.energy About the Role: To ensure timely, cost-effective, and quality procurement of transformer components required for production — balancing delivery commitments, supplier performance, and cost optimization. Key Responsibilities: 1. Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management • Develop and implement sourcing strategies for key transformer materials — core steel, copper conductors, insulation materials, bushings, tap changers, oil, and hardware. • Identify, evaluate, and onboard global and domestic suppliers for critical components. • Negotiate long-term price agreements, lead time commitments, and performance clauses. • Build alternate vendor base to de-risk supply chain. 2. Procurement Operations • Convert approved BOMs into purchase orders based on project schedules. • Track order status, manage delays, and ensure material availability aligns with production plan. • Coordinate with planning and engineering to prioritize and expedite critical items. • Maintain ERP/MRP accuracy for lead times, min-max levels, and procurement costs. 3. Cost & Commercial Management • Drive cost reduction through volume leverage, value engineering, and global sourcing. • Benchmark prices periodically to maintain competitiveness. • Analyze landed cost impacts for imported components (freight, duties, logistics). • Ensure timely vendor payments, credit terms optimization, and budget adherence. 4. Quality & Compliance • Develop vendor scorecards for delivery reliability, quality, and cost competitiveness. • Work closely with Quality and Engineering teams to ensure supplier compliance with IEEE/ANSI and internal standards. • Drive vendor audits and material inspection protocols. • Ensure REACH/RoHS/environmental and safety compliance for materials. Skills & Attributes: • Strong understanding of transformer materials and sub-vendor ecosystem (core, winding, insulation, bushings, oil, etc.). • Technical-commercial acumen — ability to read drawings, specifications, and BOMs. • Supplier negotiation and contract management skills. • Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and data-driven decision making. • Strong follow-up, communication, and analytical ability. • Strategic mindset with hands-on operational execution. Qualifications • Education: B.E/B.Tech in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering. MBA preferred. • Experience: 8–15 years in transformer or heavy electrical equipment procurement. • Experience in sourcing from both domestic and international suppliers. • Prior experience with transformer component vendors is highly desirable. Work Environment: • Preferred Base: Hyderabad, Prayagraj • Regular travel to manufacturing sites (Hyderabad and across India) & ports. • Flat organizational structure that fosters transparency, collaboration, innovation, and cross- functional teamwork. Why Join Us? • Opportunity to shape the global supply-chain backbone of a fast-growing global power equipment company • Work on complex, high-value projects across the U.S. and global markets. • Be part of a team committed to excellence in engineering, manufacturing, and customer delivery.