Talent Acquisition Leader - DBU

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

ReqID 2436346

Relocation Package No

100% On-Site No

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