What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Coordinator position at Cummins Inc.?
Job Summary
We are looking for a talented Event Coordinator to join the Global Integrated Services (GIS) – Hospitality team at Cummins Inc. in Indianapolis, IN.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
This hourly, customer-facing role is responsible for the day-to-day planning, coordination, and delivery of events within Hospitality’s scope. The role serves as a key point of contact for assigned events and event hosts, manages Hospitality-owned event spaces and calendars at the Cummins Indy Office, and partners closely with Cummins employees, Global Integrated Services teams, and vendors. While this role sits within the Facilities function, it operates as part of GIS – Hospitality _._
As business needs arise, this role may also support Cummins-sponsored events held off-site from Cummins-owned or managed properties
Preferred Skills, Education, Or Experience
Organization Cummins Inc.
Role Category On-site with Flexibility
Job Type Office
ReqID 2432661
Relocation Package Yes
100% On-Site No
Cummins and E-Verify
At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates the right to work using E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Visit http://EEOC.gov to know your rights on workplace discrimination.
We are looking for a talented Event Coordinator to join the Global Integrated Services (GIS) – Hospitality team at Cummins Inc. in Indianapolis, IN.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Plan and deliver events while serving as a key liaison between Cummins hosts, internal teams, and vendors to ensure a seamless hospitality experience.
- Manage Hospitality event spaces, schedules, and on-site event operations, including setup, service coordination, teardown, and adherence to safety, security, and service standards.
- Maintain high standards of safety, sanitation, cleanliness, and compliance across hospitality spaces.
- Provide administrative and analytical support through data management, reporting, research, correspondence, meeting coordination, and response to stakeholder inquiries.
- Support departmental effectiveness by managing vendor and payment processes, maintaining policies and procedures, tracking key data, driving continuous improvement, and serving as a resource for team members.
- A service-first mindset, strong sense of ownership, sound judgment, and reliability while managing responsibilities that directly affect event quality and stakeholder experience.
- The ability to implement streamlined work practices while actively seeking opportunities to refine processes and elevate the delivery of services.
- Flexibility in shifting priorities, adjusting interpersonal style, and modifying workflow in dynamic, high‑activity settings where needs and conditions evolve quickly.
- Confidence using hospitality systems, service resources, and on‑site support tools to ensure smooth preparation, execution, and wrap‑up of events.
- A consistent commitment to meeting expectations, honoring deadlines, and tailoring actions and interactions to align with changing requirements and the expectations of partners and participants.
- The capability to maintain strong standards by applying thoughtful process enhancements, following safety and service guidelines, and effectively utilizing all available resources to keep operations running smoothly.
- High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations.
- Minimum two years’ experience and/or training in the hospitality or food service industry.
This hourly, customer-facing role is responsible for the day-to-day planning, coordination, and delivery of events within Hospitality’s scope. The role serves as a key point of contact for assigned events and event hosts, manages Hospitality-owned event spaces and calendars at the Cummins Indy Office, and partners closely with Cummins employees, Global Integrated Services teams, and vendors. While this role sits within the Facilities function, it operates as part of GIS – Hospitality _._
As business needs arise, this role may also support Cummins-sponsored events held off-site from Cummins-owned or managed properties
Preferred Skills, Education, Or Experience
- Event Planning & Coordination Knowledge - Experience supporting meetings, events, hospitality, catering, or a related operational environment, including logistics, timelines, and vendor coordination.
- Strong Communication & Customer Focus - Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with diverse audiences, including customers, leaders, internal stakeholders, and service partners.
- Organizational & Priority Management Skills - Ability to manage competing priorities and frequent task switching in a fast-paced, event-driven environment while maintaining accuracy, accountability, and follow-through.
Organization Cummins Inc.
Role Category On-site with Flexibility
Job Type Office
ReqID 2432661
Relocation Package Yes
100% On-Site No
Cummins and E-Verify
At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates the right to work using E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Visit http://EEOC.gov to know your rights on workplace discrimination.