Our client, Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) is a $13 billion dollar international leader of complementary business units that design, manufacture, distribute and service engines and related technologies, including fuel systems, controls, air handling, filtration, emission solutions and electrical power generation systems. Headquartered in Columbus, Indiana, Cummins serves customers in more than 160 countries through its network of 550 Company-owned and independent distributor facilities and more than 5,000 dealer locations.

VISION

Making people's lives better by unleashing the Power of Cummins.

That simple, yet ambitious, statement serves as the guiding vision for Cummins and its 30,000+ employees. The Company takes pride in manufacturing engines, generators, filters and related products that serve the varied needs of its customers worldwide. To do that, Cummins unleashes the power of its employees. Their energy and commitment make it possible for the Company to maintain a leadership position in the markets it serves.
Cummins also recognizes that with its role as a corporate leader comes a responsibility to help improve the communities in which employees work and live. It is a responsibility the Company brings to life through its actions and the activities of its employees.

MISSION

• Motivating people to act like owners working together
• Exceeding customer expectations by always being first to market with the best products
• Partnering with our customers to make sure that they succeed
• Demanding that everything we do leads to a cleaner, healthier, safer environment
• Creating wealth for all stakeholders

VALUES

• Integrity. Strive to do what is right and do what we say we will do.
• Innovation. Apply the creative ingenuity necessary to make us better, faster, first.
• Delivering Superior Results. Exceed expectations, consistently.
• Corporate Responsibility. Serve and improve the communities in which we live.
• Diversity. Embrace the diverse perspectives of all people and honor with both dignity and respect.
• Global Involvement. Seek a world view and act without boundaries.

In 2006, Cummins gained share in key businesses around the world. They launched successful new products and announced plans to enter exciting new markets. With record cash flow from operations of $840 million, even after funding employee and retiree pension plans to well above required levels, they delivered additional value for their shareholders by reducing their debt by $556 million, year-over-year. In December 2007, Cummins declared a two-for-one split of Cummins Inc. common stock, the second split in 2007 following a two-for-one split in April. "2007 has been one of the best years in Cummins' history, reflecting our diversified portfolio of businesses and our growing market share around the world," said Tim Solso, Cummins Chairman and CEO. "This second stock split in 2007 is yet another sign of our confidence in the Company's operating performance and its ability to grow profitably in the future."

SCOPE AND RESPONSIBILITY:

The Director, US Staffing and Recruiting is a highly visible role that will provide strategic and tactical leadership to guide all US-based Staffing and Recruiting initiatives. Leading a team of 9 direct reports, the Director, US Staffing and Recruiting is responsible for managing the US corporate strategic recruitment objectives by implementing company-wide solutions across multi-functioning business units. He/She will identify and implement opportunities to improve the systems for the sourcing, screening and selection / acquisition of talented candidates nationwide. 

The Director, US Staffing and Recruiting will:

• Improve quality, cost, and delivery of recruiting services
• Lead and enhance / improve all US-based Staffing efforts (workforce planning, selection, assessment, and job evaluation / analysis
• Lead US Recruitment Strategy (strategy development, employment value package, employment branding, active and passive candidate sourcing strategies, project-based recruitment, Internet recruitment strategies, etc.)
• Improve current Staffing Practices (best practice, vendor and consulting knowledge)
• Manage the contingent and retained search efforts (process knowledge, preferred vendors, etc.)
• Implement and maintain an applicant tracking system
• Develop and utilize metrics to determine the effectiveness of recruiting efforts (i.e. sourcing costs, cost per hire, retention, etc.)   
• Prepare, communicate, and educate the organization on recruiting resources / systems / procedures / compliance
• Assist hiring managers in determining and developing their strategies for current and future staffing 
• Manage the full-cycle recruiting process across multiple business activities for all candidates (professional roles)
• Coordinate activity with recruiting resources including internet sites, papers, schools, placement companies, staffing services, etc. 

KEY COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS:

• Creative thinker; broad business focus
• Able to drive change throughout the organization
• Strategic and tactical mindset / approach to Talent Acquisition
• Understanding of how to drive performance through metrics and how to develop metrics that reflect improvement
• Flexible; Alliance-building; non-bureaucratic
• Change leadership; hands-on; roll up the sleeves attitude
• Organizational capability / Developing talent / Leading a team
• Problem analysis and solving using metrics
• Influencing / strong communication skills
• Proven track record of delivering superior results

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• High degree of integrity and business ethics
• Decisive; big picture thinker
• Highly motivated self starter
• Visionary - must be able to build recognition for self as a change agent
• Process and results oriented
• Builds a strong team to deliver results

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
• 7+ years leading a large volume corporate staffing process (minimum of 5 years in a multiple location, decentralized environment)
• Creating and implementing strategic staffing plan
• Managing applicant tracking implementation experience
• Demonstrated performance with coaching and developing teams to consistently deliver excellent customer service and superior results
• Proven experience collaborating with multiple departments to align goals, resolve issues and ensure customer service
• Demonstrated vendor management process improvement and cost reduction experience
• Experience partnering with Shared Services business unit (immigration, benefits, compensation, relocation, etc)
• Proven success in project management and developing strategy
• Six Sigma experience; belt certification preferred
• Manufacturing and/or consulting experience
• Ability to execute by influence at all levels of the organization
• Perseverance in the face of opposition/lack of knowledge
• Confident and willing to push back on senior leaders as needed
• Up to 25% travel

COMPENSATION:

Depending on the skills & experiences of the individual hired, we are anticipating a base salary of up to $120K, 20% target bonus, comprehensive benefits & relocation.