Talent Acquisition Leader - DBU

Cummins Inc.; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. in Columbus, IN is seeking a Talent Acquisition Leader to drive strategic recruitment across the business unit. The role includes leading a high-performing team, partnering with HR and business leaders, and leveraging analytics to enable data-driven hiring decisions.

Based on the salary range provided, the candidate will operate on-site with flexibility. The position offers a comprehensive compensation package within a $120,000 to $180,000 annual range.

Qualifications

• Develop and execute strategic talent acquisition initiatives aligned with business goals.
• Lead and coach a high-performing recruiting team.
• Use analytics and talent intelligence to drive data-driven hiring decisions.

Responsibilities

• Drive segment-specific talent acquisition strategies supporting growth and workforce planning.
• Lead a high-performing recruiting team delivering hiring outcomes and candidate experiences.
• Partner with business leaders and HR to anticipate talent needs and address challenges.
• Leverage analytics to improve performance and enable data-driven decisions.
• Champion modern recruitment technologies to improve efficiency and scalability.

Skills

Strategic talent acquisition

Leadership

Analytics & insights

Stakeholder management

Change leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS/ATS

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for a talented Talent Acquisition Leader – DBU to join our Cummins Inc. team in Columbus, IN.

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

• Drive segment-specific talent acquisition strategies that support business growth, workforce planning, and organizational priorities.
• Lead and develop a high-performing recruiting team that delivers exceptional hiring outcomes, service levels, and candidate experiences.
• Partner with business leaders and HR stakeholders to anticipate talent demands and proactively address workforce challenges.
• Leverage recruiting analytics and talent intelligence to improve performance, optimize processes, and enable data-driven hiring decisions.
• Champion the adoption of innovative recruitment technologies that enhance efficiency, scalability, and operational excellence.
• Strengthen stakeholder confidence by providing strategic insights on labor market trends, competitive talent landscapes, and workforce risks.
• Establish and maintain recruitment standards, governance practices, and compliant processes that support enterprise objectives.
• Lead change initiatives that increase team agility, accelerate transformation efforts, and improve overall recruiting effectiveness.

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

• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic talent acquisition initiatives that align hiring outcomes with complex business and workforce objectives.
• Strong leadership and coaching capabilities with a track record of building high-performing teams and driving sustained results in dynamic environments.
• Advanced skill in leveraging analytics, talent intelligence, and business insights to influence decisions, solve challenges, and improve organizational performance.
• Exceptional consulting, relationship-building, and communication skills with the ability to navigate ambiguity, organizational complexity, and competing priorities.
• A customer-focused, financially savvy, and technology-oriented mindset combined with strong change leadership and continuous improvement capabilities.

Education, Licenses, Certifications

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

Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Key Competencies

• Serve as a trusted advisor to business and hiring leaders, translating workforce needs into effective talent acquisition strategies and actionable recruiting plans.
• Utilize recruiting analytics, data visualization, operational metrics, and talent intelligence to identify opportunities, communicate compelling data stories, and drive continuous improvement.
• Build collaborative partnerships across HR, workforce planning, industry networks, technology partners, and business stakeholders to enhance recruiting capabilities and outcomes.
• Demonstrate preferred expertise in change management, HR consulting, business process execution, and operational excellence within complex organizational environments.
• Apply strong organizational savvy and financial acumen to optimize recruiting resources, budgets, and investments while maintaining business agility.
• Foster an inclusive, customer-centric approach that values diverse perspectives and strengthens candidate, stakeholder, and team experiences.
• Champion innovation through the adoption of modern recruiting technologies, digital solutions, and leading practices that support transformation goals.
• Exhibit preferred strengths in adaptability, sound judgment, self-awareness, collaboration, resilience, and the ability to lead effectively through uncertainty and change.

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 $120000

Max Salary $180000

Relocation Package No

100% On-Site No

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.