Job Summary:
We are looking for a talented Executive Recruiter to join our Cummins Inc. 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:
Lead executive search strategies that attract and secure exceptional
Director-level and above leadership talent aligned to business priorities.
Partner with senior leaders to translate organizational objectives into
targeted executive hiring and succession plans.
Deliver market intelligence and talent insights that strengthen workforce
planning and inform critical leadership decisions.
Build and cultivate diverse executive talent pipelines that support both
immediate hiring needs and long-term growth.
Influence hiring outcomes through rigorous talent assessment, data-driven
recommendations, and strategic consultation.
Elevate the executive candidate experience through proactive engagement,
thoughtful communication, and high-touch relationship management.
Drive successful offer negotiations and close strategies that improve
acceptance rates and secure top executive talent.
Strengthen executive hiring consistency by championing governance,
confidentiality, inclusive practices, and search excellence across the
organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES
To be successful in this role, you will need the following:
Demonstrated success leading complex executive searches for Director-level
and above positions while balancing strategic priorities, confidentiality,
and stakeholder expectations.
Strong executive presence, business acumen, and consultative influencing
skills with the ability to build credibility and trusted partnerships across
senior leadership teams.
Expertise in executive talent assessment, market mapping, succession planning
support, and leveraging talent intelligence to drive informed hiring
decisions.
Exceptional relationship management, project management, communication, and
negotiation capabilities coupled with a highly organized and results-focused
approach.
Commitment to advancing diverse and inclusive leadership hiring practices
while delivering outstanding candidate and stakeholder experiences.
Education, Licenses, Certifications:
7+ years of recruiting experience with at least 3-5 years focused on
executive search or senior leadership recruiting.
Experience recruiting Director+ level talent.
Experience within a corporate in-house executive search function and/or prior
retained search firm experience. Preferably a combination of them both.
Proven success managing complex, confidential executive searches.
Strong stakeholder management and consulting skills.
Experience utilizing executive search methodologies, research tools, and
sourcing platforms.
Excellent interviewing, assessment, and candidate evaluation capabilities.
Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills.
Experience supporting global and cross-functional executive searches.
Knowledge of executive compensation structures and incentive programs.
Experience in behavioral interviewing or executive assessment methodologies.
QUALIFICATIONS
Serve as a strategic talent advisor, providing leadership teams with
actionable market intelligence, competitive talent insights, and executive
hiring recommendations.
Utilize executive search methodologies, research tools, sourcing platforms,
and organizational mapping techniques to identify and engage top leadership
talent.
Build proactive executive talent communities and leadership pipelines aligned
to future business and succession planning needs.
Partner effectively with HR, Total Rewards, and business leaders to support
executive compensation discussions, offer development, onboarding, and
leadership transitions.
Apply strong behavioral interviewing and executive assessment practices to
evaluate leadership capability, strategic impact, and organizational fit.
Leverage data-driven decision-making to measure search effectiveness,
optimize hiring outcomes, and strengthen talent acquisition strategies.
Demonstrate executive presence, discretion, confidentiality, and sound
judgment while managing highly sensitive leadership searches.
Foster inclusive hiring practices by developing diverse executive candidate
slates and expanding access to underrepresented leadership talent.
Collaborate across global and cross-functional teams to deliver consistent,
high-quality executive search outcomes in a complex business environment.
Exhibit adaptability, relationship-building expertise, strategic thinking,
and strong communication skills to influence stakeholders and drive
successful hiring decisions.
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.