Administrative Assistant II - Alpharetta, GA

Administrative Assistant II - Alpharetta, GA

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.

The role The Administrative Assistant is an important part of the business and is the first point of contact for the broader Quality, Regulatory, Clinical Affairs departments as well as for the Chief Medical Officer / VP Global Clinical Affairs (GCA). This role requires a highly collaborative and proactive administrative professional who can build strong relationships across functions, operate independently, and take initiative to solve problems and improve processes. Responsibilities span routine weekly operations, periodic (monthly/annual) support functions, and intermittent, time-specific initiatives such as audits, clinical or regulatory support, and occasional event coordination. The Administrative Assistant provides a broad range of highly skilled and confidential administrative support to ensure smooth operation of the Quality, Regulatory, Clinical, Laboratory Services, Professional/Clinical Education groups.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Build strong relationships across teams while working both collaboratively and independently to ensure efficient operations
• Provide administrative support across departments, including expense processing, purchase orders, vendor setup, and supply ordering/shipping
• Maintain and organize documentation, including SharePoint administration, document control, and reporting of key initiatives
• Coordinate and manage meetings, and logistics for Quality, Regulatory, Clinical, and Professional Education teams, including preparation of agendas, materials, and meeting minutes
• Plan and support internal and external events (e.g., Town Halls, business reviews, advisory boards), including venue coordination, catering, materials, and on-site execution
• Support clinical and professional education activities, including event logistics, asset tracking, shipping, and management (eg., synthetics), and study-related administrative tasks (e.g., invoice reconciliation, enrollment tracking)
• Support the Laboratory Services group in the coordination of shipping and tracking samples for outside testing.
• Provide on-site support for Quality and Regulatory for both announced and unannounced audits
• Prepare and assist with documentation for regulatory submissions (publishing support)
• Assist with budget tracking, forecasting inputs, and report compilation
• Develop and prepare presentation materials (e.g., slide decks, posters) and support internal communications
• Manage inquiries, coordinate visitors, and provide general administrative support as needed
• Participate in cross-functional projects and continuous improvement initiatives, demonstrating initiative and problem-solving skills
• Support onboarding and offboarding of employees and contractors, as well as interview scheduling and coordination
• May be asked to assist with domestic and international travel, including flights, accommodations, and supporting documentation
• Perform other duties as assigned

Your qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience as an administrative assistant supporting multiple teams or functions
• Highly collaborative, team-oriented professional with strong relationship-building skills and the ability to influence and coordinate across departments
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and proactively, showing initiative, sound judgment, and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities, with attention to detail and accuracy in record keeping and proofreading
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and related tools (e.g., Adobe Pro) and virtual meeting/teleconferencing tools
• Hybrid work arrangement requiring at least three days (Tuesday Thursday) per week onsite in the Alpharetta office; additional onsite presence may be required based on business needs (e.g., audits, shipping requirements, etc.)
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Experience in the medical device or healthcare industry
• Experience supporting senior leaders (Director level and above)
• Familiarity with SAP, Concur, SharePoint, Success Factors
• Experience with expense management, vendor coordination, and basic negotiation support

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.