Job Summary:
We are looking for a talented Talent Acquisition Operations Excellence Leader to join our team . The position will have the ability to work remotely in the United States, traveling approximately 10-15% of the time.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
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Drive operational excellence across Talent Acquisition by optimizing processes, governance, and service delivery outcomes.
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Lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, quality, compliance, and scalability across recruiting operations.
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Partner with HR leaders, business stakeholders, and external providers to strengthen Talent Acquisition capabilities and support strategic priorities.
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Develop and monitor performance metrics that enable data-driven decisions and measurable business impact.
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Champion innovative solutions and emerging technologies to improve recruiting effectiveness and operational performance.
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Guide cross-functional projects from planning through execution, ensuring successful delivery of key initiatives on time and within scope.
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Foster a culture of knowledge sharing, best practice adoption, and continuous learning across Talent Acquisition teams.
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Enhance hiring manager, candidate, and Talent Acquisition team experiences through process improvements that increase effectiveness and satisfaction.
To be successful in this role, you will need the following:
Demonstrated ability to lead Talent Acquisition operations, HR process improvement, or related functions while driving measurable business results.
Strong expertise in change management, data analytics, and process optimization, with the ability to translate insights into scalable solutions.
Proven capability to influence stakeholders, build collaborative partnerships, and communicate effectively across all organizational levels.
A strategic and innovative mindset with the ability to identify opportunities, solve complex challenges, and adapt to evolving business needs.
Strong business acumen combined with a global perspective, commitment to inclusion, and a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Education, Licenses, Certifications:
A college or university degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or a related field, or equivalent experience, is required.
Certifications in process improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma are highly desirable.
Serve as a subject matter expert in Talent Acquisition operations, leveraging industry trends, technology advancements, and best practices to improve organizational effectiveness.
Champion the responsible use of AI within Talent Acquisition Operations to support innovation, efficiency, and informed decision-making.
Utilize data analytics, visualization, and business insights to evaluate performance, identify improvement opportunities, and measure organizational impact.
Preferred experience applying process excellence methodologies, including Six Sigma, Lean, or similar frameworks, to drive sustainable improvements.
Strengthen operational standards through effective management of policies, processes, systems, tools, supplier partnerships, and service level expectations.
Lead the design and delivery of training, capability-building, and change management initiatives that support adoption and long-term success.
Demonstrate strong collaboration, adaptability, communication, and stakeholder management skills while working across diverse teams and global environments.
Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and operational discipline that enhances experiences for hiring managers, candidates, and Talent Acquisition team members.
Preferred proficiency in leveraging digital technologies and business applications to optimize work processes and support strategic Talent Acquisition objectives.
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.
Skills Required
- College or university degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- Experience leading Talent Acquisition operations, HR process improvement, or related functions with measurable business results
- Expertise in change management, data analytics, and process optimization
- Ability to influence stakeholders and build collaborative partnerships across organizational levels
- Strong strategic thinking, innovation, problem-solving, and adaptability
- Strong business acumen, global perspective, commitment to inclusion, and continuous improvement focus
- Certification in process improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma
- Experience applying Six Sigma, Lean, or similar process excellence frameworks
- Proficiency with digital technologies and business applications for process optimization
Cummins Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cummins and has not been reviewed or approved by Cummins.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company contribution/match and both defined contribution and defined benefit pension plans are offered, alongside profit sharing and an employee stock purchase plan. This mix supports long-term savings and financial security.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options (HSA, HSA Plus, PPO) with dental, vision, life and long-term disability coverage are provided, along with telehealth, mental-health support, and wellness tools. In-network protections and HSA/HSA Plus structures are described to help manage costs.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid maternity and paternity leave, family medical leave, and adoption assistance are offered. Reduced or flexible hours and unpaid extended leave options further support caregiving needs.
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