Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Culture Director

Cummins Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 161,000 - 269,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Job summary

Cummins Inc. in Indianapolis seeks a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Culture Director to lead AI-enabled DEIC strategies at enterprise level.

You will translate data and external intelligence into actionable insights, governance frameworks and scalable capabilities that shape workforce decisions and outcomes. This onsite-with-flexibility role requires executive communication, cross-functional collaboration and experience turning complex analytics into practical programs, policies and tools for

Qualifications

• Enterprise strategy, consulting and executive influence: Significant experience advising senior leaders, synthesizing complex information and shaping enterprise strategies across organizational and functional boundaries, with the ability to move from strategic direction through implementation, adoption and sustained results.
• Applied AI, workforce analytics and insight development: Demonstrated experience identifying and advancing practical AI or emerging technology use cases, translating workforce data and research into meaningful business insights, and partnering effectively with technical, analytics and functional experts. Deep software engineering, machine learning or data science expertise is not required.
• Business leadership, financial planning and organizational transformation: Significant leadership experience managing strategic priorities, operating plans and budgets; coordinating complex enterprise deliverables; guiding change; and building the capability of teams and partners within a global, matrixed organization.
• College, university or equivalent degree in Human Resources, Business or a related field, or equivalent experience, required.
• DEI certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the DEIC AI and emerging technology strategy by identifying responsible, practical applications that improve how the function operates and create scalable capabilities supporting a more inclusive and accessible workforce.
• Transform workforce data and external intelligence into action by synthesizing analytics, research, global developments and emerging trends into clear insights, risks, opportunities and strategic recommendations for DEIC and enterprise leaders.
• Develop, test and scale practical tools and frameworks that help leaders and employees apply inclusion and accessibility principles in everyday decisions, processes and interactions, while establishing appropriate approaches for governance, adoption, measurement and continuous improvement.
• Advise Centers of Excellence and strengthen analytical capability by integrating DEIC considerations into people strategies, policies, systems, measures and decision frameworks, while equipping DEI Partners to identify patterns, investigate root causes and evaluate outcomes.
• Lead an integrated DEIC communications strategy that translates priorities, insights, progress and emerging issues into clear, relevant and accessible messages for leaders and employees in partnership with enterprise Communications.

Job description

We are looking for a talented Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Culture (DEIC) Director to join our Global Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Culture organization. In this emerging, enterprise-facing role, you will operate at the intersection of artificial intelligence and emerging technology, workforce analytics, DEIC strategy, external intelligence, strategic communications and enterprise consulting. The DEIC Director will translate complex data and emerging developments into practical strategies, scalable capabilities and clear business implications that strengthen workforce decisions and organizational outcomes. This position is onsite with flexibility and will be based in Indianapolis, Indiana with relocation assistance is provided.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Lead the DEIC AI and emerging technology strategy by identifying responsible, practical applications that improve how the function operates and create scalable capabilities supporting a more inclusive and accessible workforce.

• Transform workforce data and external intelligence into action by synthesizing analytics, research, global developments and emerging trends into clear insights, risks, opportunities and strategic recommendations for DEIC and enterprise leaders.

• Develop, test and scale practical tools and frameworks that help leaders and employees apply inclusion and accessibility principles in everyday decisions, processes and interactions, while establishing appropriate approaches for governance, adoption, measurement and continuous improvement.

• Advise Centers of Excellence and strengthen analytical capability by integrating DEIC considerations into people strategies, policies, systems, measures and decision frameworks, while equipping DEI Partners to identify patterns, investigate root causes and evaluate outcomes.

• Lead an integrated DEIC communications strategy that translates priorities, insights, progress and emerging issues into clear, relevant and accessible messages for leaders and employees in partnership with enterprise Communications.

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

• Strategic synthesis and sound judgment: The ability to connect complex and sometimes competing information, distinguish important signals from noise and convert insights into clear implications, priorities and recommended actions.

• Applied AI and emerging technology fluency: The ability to identify valuable use cases, experiment with or configure practical solutions, assess responsible application considerations and collaborate effectively with technology, analytics, privacy and other subject‑matter experts.

• Data-driven decision‑making: Strong analytical thinking and the ability to interpret qualitative and quantitative workforce information, assess data validity, recognize patterns and communicate conclusions that support informed business decisions.

• Enterprise consulting and executive communication: The credibility, organizational savvy and communication skills to advise senior leaders, ask challenging questions, navigate complex stakeholder dynamics and influence decisions without relying solely on formal authority.

• Implementation, change and capability building: A demonstrated ability to move from strategy and experimentation into implementation, adoption and measurable outcomes, while developing tools, learning resources and sustainable practices that build capability across the organization.

• Global business, financial and cultural acumen: Strong understanding of organizational dynamics, workforce systems, inclusion and accessibility, combined with experience managing budgets and operating plans and the cultural agility to adapt approaches across regions, perspectives and business environments.

• People leadership and organizational capability building: Significant experience leading and developing teams within a complex, matrixed organization, including coaching talent, managing performance, building inclusive team cultures, and strengthening organizational capability to achieve strategic business objectives.

Education/Experience

• Enterprise strategy, consulting and executive influence: Significant experience advising senior leaders, synthesizing complex information and shaping enterprise strategies across organizational and functional boundaries, with the ability to move from strategic direction through implementation, adoption and sustained results.

• Applied AI, workforce analytics and insight development: Demonstrated experience identifying and advancing practical AI or emerging technology use cases, translating workforce data and research into meaningful business insights, and partnering effectively with technical, analytics and functional experts. Deep software engineering, machine learning or data science expertise is not required.

• Business leadership, financial planning and organizational transformation: Significant leadership experience managing strategic priorities, operating plans and budgets; coordinating complex enterprise deliverables; guiding change; and building the capability of teams and partners within a global, matrixed organization.

• College, university or equivalent degree in Human Resources, Business or a related field, or equivalent experience, required.

• DEI certification preferred.

Compensation

• Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.

Job Human Resources

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type Exempt - Experienced

Min Salary $161250

Max Salary $268750

ReqID 2437059

Relocation Package Yes

100% On-Site No

Cummins and E-Verify

At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates the right to work using E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Visit http://EEOC.gov to know your rights on workplace discrimination.