Overview
The Business Operations and Execution Manager, AI/Innovation is responsible for executing and optimizing operational processes, supporting strategic initiatives, and driving operational effectiveness within the AI/Innovation group.
Responsibilities
Business Operations & Execution/Work Experience Requirements
- 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.
Cross-Functional Relationship and Stakeholder Management, Communication & Project Support
- 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.
Routine Cook Medical Duties
- Ensure adherence to all company policies, including the Employee Manual/Handbook, Code of Conduct, Electronic Information Policy, HIPAA regulations, Non-Competition and Confidentiality Agreement.
- Participate in regular company meetings, reporting, and compliance activities as required.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned in accordance with Cook Medical standards and expectations.
- Meet deadlines for administrative tasks such as expenses, training, reporting, and policy acknowledgements in a timely manner.
Qualifications
Education Requirements
- 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.
Knowledge, Skills, Ability
- Strong business execution and project management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and drive organizational change.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management abilities.
- Ability to model company standards and drive team cooperation.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills to drive operational excellence.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, subject to reasonable accommodation requirements of the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) (US Only)
- Works under general office environmental conditions
- Significant travel (3-4 times per month) may be required
- Compliance with all policies of the company including without limitation the Employee Manual/Handbook (both local and/or regional). Code of Conduct, Electronic Information Policy, HIPAA regulations, Non Competition and Confidentiality Agreement.