Manager, Business Operations – Execution

Cook Group

Manager of Business Operations & Execution in Cook Medical's AI/Innovation group responsible for operational processes and strategic initiatives. Leading cross-functional collaboration and driving organizational change.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeBloomington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading operational processes and driving continuous improvement within the AI/Innovation group, ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory standards while fostering effective collaboration across functional teams.

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Operational Process ImprovementProject ManagementCross-Functional Relationship ManagementStakeholder EngagementOrganizational Change Management

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Hard Skills

Business OperationsProject ManagementAI AcumenRegulatory ComplianceQuality Assurance

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam CollaborationLeadershipConstructive BehaviorProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

PMOOCMCI

Industry Keywords

Artificial IntelligenceInnovationOperational EfficienciesStrategic InitiativesBusiness Administration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of operational processes for the AI/Innovation group, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance with company policies.
Maintain, execute, and follow up on operational activities in alignment with global and regional objectives, as set forth by Director, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning.
Ensure consistency in priorities, policies, compliance, processes, and programs within the AI/Innovation group.
Within scope of responsibility, ensure all quality, regulatory, and compliance requirements are met.
Partner with internal stakeholders across business operations, HR, IT, and other functional groups to support and execute strategic initiatives.
Identify and manage relevant collaboration partners within divisions, functions, and operational units.
Lead and manage cross-functional initiatives, ensuring effective communication, collaboration, and resource coordination.
Drive operational efficiencies and process improvements through stakeholder engagement and project management contributions (including partnership with PMO, OCM, CI, and more).
Act as a liaison between the AI/Innovation group and other departments, ensuring communication around operational priorities, project updates, and process changes.
Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among team members and stakeholders to achieve operational goals.
Model company standards and demonstrate positive, constructive behaviors that drive team cooperation and support organizational change.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field required; advanced degree preferred.
Minimum 5+ years of proven experience in business operations, project management, or cross-functional relationship management required (with 2+ at Cook Medical preferred).
Relevant combinations of education, experience, and demonstrated AI acumen will be considered.
Demonstrated experience driving organizational change and contributing to operational improvements preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Travel 50-75%
Full Time