Pune, Maharashtra, India, March 2025 – Karan Bakshi has been appointed as the Director Talent Acquisition India & Pacific Region at Cummins Inc., a global technology leader in power solutions. In this strategic leadership role, Karan will spearhead Cummins’ talent acquisition initiatives across India and the Pacific, collaborating closely with senior leadership to build a diverse, high-performing workforce and strengthen Cummins’ reputation as an employer of choice.
Prior to joining Cummins Inc., Karan served at Michelin, initially as the Head of Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding EVP – India, then as the Head – Talent Management (HRBP), Employee Experience & Communication, and subsequently promoted to Regional Director L&D & Talent Acquisition – India, Middle-East, Africa (AIM Region). During his tenure at Michelin, Karan significantly enhanced the company’s talent acquisition and development practices, led university and campus programs, championed diversity and inclusion initiatives, and played an instrumental role in elevating Michelin’s employer brand across multiple international markets.
Before Michelin, Karan was associated with Mastercard as the Head Talent Acquisition & Executive Hiring India – APAC and Talent Management, where he directed recruitment strategies across the India and South Asia region, managed executive-level hiring, and actively supported diversity programs, including PRIDE BRG and initiatives for people with special abilities.
Earlier, Karan was the Staffing Head, India at TIBCO Software Inc., leading recruitment and HR operations across India and APAC. In this role, he successfully managed recruitment teams, executed complex hiring strategies, and enhanced employer branding through innovative recruitment and campus engagement programs.
His professional journey also includes significant HR and talent acquisition roles at companies such as Synechron, Allscripts, and Avaya, where he consistently showcased his expertise in stakeholder management, high-volume recruitment, leadership hiring, and transformational talent management practices.
Cummins Inc. is a global power leader renowned for designing, manufacturing, and distributing engines, filtration, and power generation products. Headquartered in Columbus, Indiana, Cummins is committed to powering a prosperous world through innovative technology solutions, sustainable practices, and industry leadership. With operations in over 190 countries, Cummins prioritizes the professional growth and development of its diverse workforce to deliver exceptional value to customers worldwide.
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