Diversity Equity and Inclusion Manager

DESCRIPTION

Manages the development and implementation of diversity programs and initiatives for a business segment or geographical region, ensuring alignment with company-wide diversity strategies and processes. Provides leadership and support for leadership teams and Employee Resource Groups. While the job is listed as remote, it follows a hybrid work model based out of our Pune office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partners with senior Business and Human Resources leaders in implementing and advancing a comprehensive DEI&C strategy that aligns with the global DEI&C strategy, business goals, Cummins culture, vision, and values.

• Applies a DEI lens to ensure that talent management strategies, including those for attracting, recruiting, hiring, retaining, and advancing talent, are inclusive.

• Analyzes quantitative and qualitative metrics and data insights to assess and support the achievement of DEI goals effectively.

• Provides strategic leadership for the Employee Resource Groups (ERG) in coordination with Executive Sponsors. Facilitate the ERG goals, budget, programming, and business alignment of work objectives.

• Maintains a strong awareness of DEI topics, leading practices, and trends; educates, coaches, and mentors others on the team, in Human Resources, and the business on DEI topics.

• Leads, sponsors, and participates in global, cross-organizational project teams to design, improve, and implement DEI programs and initiatives, ensuring effective delivery and integrated solutions

• Partners with Regional Leader and Human Resources Business Partner to drive a culture of inclusion, belonging,and psychological safety, often weaving in duty-of-care and cultural respect initiatives.

• Maintain strong relationships with diversity training and consulting organizations.

• Oversee DEI governance, including steering committees, policy compliance to ensure compliance with local regulations (e.g., anti-discrimination, affirmative action)

• Collaborate with internal and external communications to embed and amplify DEI initiatives

RESPONSIBILITIES

Competencies:

• EQUITY & INCLUSION LITERACY – Recognizes and responds to differences across cultures, geographies, identities, and generations with the proven ability to advise on equitable practices across hiring, development, retention, and advancement.

• STRATEGIC & BUSINESS ACUMEN – Understands company financials, industry trends, and operational models to connect DEI / talent strategies to business goals.

• INFLUENCE & RELATIONSHIP BUILDING – Builds and sustains relationships with stakeholders by communicating with clarity and confidence, inspiring credibility and trust, and tailoring the approach to the needs of each audience.

• ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGE & SYSTEMS THINKING - Identifies interconnected organizational dynamics that influence behavior and outcomes while demonstrating the ability to apply structured change methodologies to drive sustained behavioral and cultural shifts.

• CONSULTING PROCESS DISCIPLINE – Uses questioning and analytical skills to uncover root causes and collaboratively develops strategies that reflect both business goals and human impact.

• DASHBOARD & ANALYTICS - Provide expertise and assistance in the analysis of DE&I data to identify trends and capture insights to support strategic and tactical decision-making, both regionally and globally.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:

Education, Licenses, and Certifications:

• College, university, or equivalent degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field required.

• DE&I certification preferred.

Experience:

• DE&I degree, certification, coursework, or relevant experience.

• Program Management/Project Management/Change Management certification or coursework preferred.

• Data Analytics experience is required.

• Prior experience in designing and implementing DE&I strategies and initiatives within a business or human resources function.

• Strong leadership, coaching, and mentorship experience within diverse teams and Employee Resource Groups.

• Experience working with global and cross-functional teams in a corporate setting.