Director, Global Human Resources Operations & Technology - Alpharetta, GA

Director, Global Human Resources Operations & Technology - Alpharetta, GA

Job Title:
Director, Global Human Resources Operations & Technology - Alpharetta, GA

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

To be successful in this role, you will serve as a strategic thought partner to senior leaders, anticipating organizational needs and helping leaders look around corners through data‑driven insights and forward‑looking recommendations. You will lead the design, evolution, and sustainment of innovative, enterprise‑level programs that drive performance, retention, and an exceptional team member experience, while ensuring existing programs continue to deliver measurable impact.

This role requires the ability to identify trends and systemic issues across the organization, diagnose root causes, and influence both immediate actions and long‑term strategies. You will translate complex data and business realities into clear recommendations, scalable solutions, and durable mechanisms that enable leaders to make informed decisions. High business acumen, demonstrated people and thought leadership, and exceptional written and verbal communication are critical to success.

As Director, you will operate comfortably at both the strategic and operational levels—setting direction, shaping priorities, and driving alignment—while maintaining accountability for execution and outcomes. You will partner closely with senior leaders across the business and HR in a highly visible role, influencing enterprise decisions and delivering meaningful, sustainable impact.

This hybrid role is based in Alpharetta and requires three days per week in the office.

• Build, own and manage the overall HR operations and HR technology operating model including HRIS, HR Compliance, data analytics, reporting and execution. Ongoing ownership of the HRIS platform through maintenance and updates and ensures smooth integrations with all HR programing.
• Sets strategy for HR technology, including the systems, integrations, and data integrity for HCM, Recruiting, Onboarding, Compensation, Benefits, Learning Management, Performance Management, Talent Management and Reporting. This includes the maintenance and improvements of current systems, as well as recommendations for new technology.
• Collaborates with HR leadership across all Centers of Excellences and all company departments to develop systems and process roadmaps to support all stakeholders.
• Optimizes all HRIS systems to meet workforce growth requirements, creating opportunities for automation and the reduction of manual processes.
• Works collaboratively with IT counterparts on understanding security roles, integrations, and other shared systems.
• Communicates effectively and builds strong relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders at multiple levels from end users to executives.
• Monitors technology trends in HRIS to anticipate…