Talent Advisor - Business Unit and Functions

PowerToFly; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. is seeking a Talent Advisor - Business Unit and Functions to join our team in Columbus, IN. You will lead end-to-end recruiting strategies, build diverse pipelines, and partner with hiring managers and HR to drive high-quality hires.

The role emphasizes data-driven recruitment, compliance, and continuous improvement, with opportunities to strengthen employer branding and collaboration across functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Manufacturing recruiting experience preferred; understand industrial operations hiring needs.
• Experience with ATS and recruitment tech to manage pipelines and reporting.
• Experience building targeted talent pools for critical roles and external sourcing strategies.
• Ability to apply HR processes, compliance standards, and maintain candidate experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end recruiting strategies aligned with business priorities.
• Build and maintain diverse talent pipelines through proactive sourcing.
• Partner with hiring managers and HR to drive efficient, high-quality hiring decisions.
• Evaluate candidates using structured assessment methodologies to ensure fit.
• Champion compliance and process excellence across recruitment lifecycle.
• Use data and metrics to improve hiring outcomes and TA performance.
• Strengthen employer brand and talent attraction initiatives.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration and recruiting project leadership.

Skills

Talent sourcing

Stakeholder management

Data-driven recruiting

Communication

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Tools

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

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

ReqID 2436807

Relocation Package No

100% On-Site No

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