Exempt Talent Advisor - Business Unit and Functions

Cummins Inc; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 79,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. in Columbus, IN seeks a Talent Advisor - Business Unit and Functions to lead end-to-end recruiting strategies and build diverse talent pipelines. You will partner with hiring managers, drive high-quality hiring decisions, and champion data-driven processes to optimize talent acquisition across business units.

You will collaborate across functions to strengthen the employer brand and ensure compliance while delivering timely hiring outcomes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Lead end-to-end recruiting strategies aligned with business priorities.
• Build diverse talent pipelines through proactive sourcing and market engagement.
• Partner with hiring managers to drive high-quality hiring decisions.
• Use structured assessments to ensure role fit and organizational needs.
• Ensure compliance and process excellence across the recruitment lifecycle.
• Leverage metrics and insights to improve hiring outcomes.
• Support employer branding and talent attraction initiatives.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration and recruiting project leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex recruiting initiatives balancing multiple stakeholders.
• Influence decisions and build trusted partnerships with customers.
• Apply data-driven insights to support workforce planning and improvements.
• Communicate effectively with diverse audiences across the business.

Skills

Recruiting strategy

Sourcing

Stakeholder engagement

Data-driven recruiting

Communication

Process improvement

Education

HR or related degree

Manufacturing experience

Tools

ATS tools

Recruitment technologies

Job description

Job Summary:

We are looking for a talented Talent Advisor - Business Unit and Functions to join our Cummins Inc. team in Columbus, IN .

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

• Lead end-to-end recruiting strategies that attract and secure top talent aligned with business priorities.

• Build and maintain diverse talent pipelines through proactive sourcing and market engagement initiatives.

• Partner with hiring managers and HR stakeholders to drive efficient, high-quality hiring decisions.

• Evaluate candidates using structured assessment methodologies to ensure alignment with role and organizational needs.

• Champion compliance and process excellence throughout all stages of the recruitment lifecycle.

• Leverage recruiting metrics and data insights to improve hiring outcomes and optimize talent acquisition performance.

• Strengthen Cummins’ employer brand by contributing to talent attraction and employment branding initiatives.

• Drive continuous improvement through cross-functional collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and recruiting project leadership.

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

• Demonstrated ability to lead complex recruiting initiatives while balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders and delivering timely hiring outcomes.

• Strong talent sourcing, candidate assessment, and consulting capabilities, with the ability to influence decisions and build trusted partnerships.

• Data-driven approach to recruiting, utilizing analytics and insights to support workforce planning and continuous process improvement.

• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively across diverse audiences.

• Proven agility, sound judgment, and customer-focused problem-solving skills in a fast-paced talent acquisition environment.

Education, Licenses, Certifications:

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

• Preferred experience recruiting within a manufacturing environment, with an understanding of hiring challenges and talent needs across industrial operations.

• Skilled in leveraging applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment technologies to manage candidate pipelines, maintain data integrity, and provide stakeholder reporting.

• Preferred expertise in external talent sourcing, candidate engagement strategies, and building targeted talent pools for critical positions.

• Ability to apply HR business processes, compliance standards, and employment practices while maintaining operational efficiency and a positive candidate experience.

• Strong analytical capabilities with experience interpreting recruiting metrics, identifying trends, and presenting recommendations that support data-driven talent decisions.

• Effective collaborator who thrives in cross-functional environments, values diverse perspectives, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives.

• Trusted advisor mindset with the ability to coach hiring managers, influence stakeholders, and deliver customer-focused recruiting solutions.

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 $78800

Max Salary $118200

ReqID 2436807

Relocation Package No

100% On-Site No

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