Senior Talent Advisor - Power Systems

Cummins Inc.; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. in Columbus, IN seeks a Senior Talent Advisor – Power Systems to lead recruiting strategies and attract top talent aligned with business objectives.

You will build diverse pipelines, partner with hiring managers, and drive data-driven decisions to improve recruitment effectiveness and candidate experience.

This role emphasizes inclusive hiring, strong stakeholder relationships, and a commitment to Cummins' employer brand in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading recruiting teams.
• Ability to guide recruiters and drive execution.
• Strong analytics and performance measurement.
• Knowledge of recruitment compliance.
• Stakeholder collaboration across levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead talent acquisition strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Develop diverse sourcing channels and talent pipelines.
• Partner with hiring managers and HR to drive high-quality hiring.
• Enhance recruiting through data-driven analysis and metrics.
• Ensure compliance with laws, policies, and standards.
• Influence stakeholders to strengthen outcomes.
• Strengthen employer brand through recruitment marketing.
• Drive cross-functional recruiting initiatives to improve candidate experience and business results.

Skills

Leadership

Sourcing

Analytics

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/related field

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems

Recruiting technologies

Job description

Job Summary:

We are looking for a talented Senior Talent Advisor – Power Systems to join our Cummins Inc. team in Columbus, IN .

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

• Lead talent acquisition strategies that attract and secure top talent aligned with business objectives.

• Develop diverse sourcing channels and talent pipelines to support current and future workforce needs.

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

• Enhance recruiting effectiveness through data-driven analysis, performance measurement, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Ensure recruitment activities are executed in compliance with applicable laws, policies, and organizational standards.

• Influence and coach stakeholders throughout the hiring process to strengthen talent outcomes and decision-making.

• Strengthen Cummins’ employer brand through candidate engagement and strategic recruitment marketing efforts.

• Drive cross-functional recruiting initiatives that improve candidate experience, operational efficiency, and business results.

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

• Proven ability to lead recruitment initiatives while effectively balancing business priorities, stakeholder expectations, and talent needs.

• Strong expertise in sourcing, assessing, and selecting talent through structured, objective, and inclusive recruiting practices.

• Exceptional communication, influencing, and consulting skills with the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of the organization.

• Demonstrated capability to leverage analytics, business insights, and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement and informed decision-making.

• A proactive leadership approach characterized by adaptability, sound judgment, customer focus, and a commitment to delivering results.

Education, Licenses, Certifications:

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

• Preferred experience leading high-performing recruiting teams and fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous development.

• Demonstrated ability to guide, coach, and support recruiters while driving consistent execution of talent acquisition strategies.

• Skilled in utilizing applicant tracking systems, recruiting technologies, and sourcing tools to manage workflows, reporting, and candidate pipelines.

• Strong capability to analyze recruiting metrics, identify trends, and translate insights into actionable business recommendations.

• Experience building and maintaining strategic partnerships with hiring leaders, HR teams, and external talent sources.

• Ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments while maintaining focus on candidate quality, compliance, and business outcomes.

• Effective at driving change, managing competing priorities, and delivering results in fast-paced, evolving environments.

• Commitment to fostering inclusive hiring practices and creating exceptional experiences for candidates, hiring managers, and recruiting teams.

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

Relocation Package

No

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.