Job Description

Requisition ID: 6811

Job Title: Associate Director, Marketing Operations

Job Country: United States (US)

Here at Avanos Medical, we passionately believe in three things:

• Making a difference in our products, services and offers, never ceasing to fight for groundbreaking solutions in everything we do;
• Making a difference in how we work and collaborate, constantly nurturing our nimble culture of innovation;
• Having an impact on the healthcare challenges we all face, and the lives of people and communities around the world.

At Avanos you will find an environment that strives to be independent and different, one that supports and inspires you to excel and to help change what medical devices can deliver, now and in the future. 

Avanos is a medical device company focused on delivering clinically superior breakthrough solutions that will help patients get back to the things that matter. We are committed to creating the next generation of innovative healthcare solutions which will address our most important healthcare needs, such as reducing the use of opioids while helping patients move from surgery to recovery. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, we develop, manufacture and market recognized brands in more than 90 countries. Avanos Medical is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol AVNS. For more information, visit .

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Associate Director of Marketing Operations is responsible for leading the execution of global marketing programs across digital, content, events, communications and market insights for both businesses (Specialty Nutrition Systems (SNS) and Pain Management & Recovery (PM&R)). This role ensures operational excellence, brand consistency, and measurable business impact through omni-channel campaign execution and market insight. The Associate Director will oversee all tradeshows (NA/ some global), events, digital and social platform programs, content development, brand guidelines and market insights/ research while driving cross-functional collaboration to advance the company’s brand and revenue goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning and execution of tradeshows, events, digital campaigns, content programs, and marketing communications.
• Support the management of omni-channel marketing plans that integrate digital, social, content, and events to drive measurable brand and revenue impact.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (product management, sales, finance, regional marketing, IT, regulatory, quality, supply, internal communications) to align marketing programs with corporate objectives and global priorities.
• Oversee global brand stewardship, ensuring consistent messaging while enabling local market adaptation.
• Leverage marketing technology platforms (automation, CRM, analytics, and content management) to optimize campaign execution and performance tracking.
• Lead a high-performing global team; foster collaboration across geographies and cultural contexts.
• Effectively communicate campaign strategies, insights, and results to executives, cross-functional teams, and external partners.

Your qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or related field
• 8+ years of progressive experience in marketing, with significant exposure to marketing communications, digital marketing, content development, events/tradeshows, and market research.
• 3+ years in a management role, with proven success in leading and developing high-performing teams across global regions.
• Demonstrated success executing omni-channel marketing programs that drive measurable growth and revenue outcomes.
• Strong communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation), with ability to influence across organizational levels and global stakeholders.
• Proficiency with marketing technology platforms (e.g., marketing automation, CRM, analytics, and content management systems).
• Experience managing global branding initiatives and ensuring consistent brand execution across diverse markets.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to use data and insights to guide decisions, optimize campaigns, and present findings to senior leadership.

Preferred:

• MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position. 

Avanos Medical is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

IMPORTANT: If you are a current employee of Avanos or a current Avanos Contractor, please apply here .

Join us at Avanos
Join us and you can make a difference in our products, solutions and our culture. Most of all, you can make a difference in the lives, people, and communities around the world.

Make your career count
Our commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of others begins with our employees – through a comprehensive and competitive range of benefits. We provide more than just a salary – our Total Rewards package encompasses everything you receive as an employee; your pay, health care benefits, retirement plans and work/life benefits.

Avanos offers a generous 401(k) employer match of 100% of each pretax dollar you contribute on the first 4% and 50% of the next 2% of pay contributed with immediate vesting.

Avanos also offers the following:

benefits on day 1

free onsite gym

onsite cafeteria

HQ region voted 'best place to live' by USA Today

uncapped sales commissions

Job Tags

Similar Jobs