Director of People and Culture

Director of People & Culture

Outpost Natural Foods Cooperative

Milwaukee, WI

Outpost Natural Foods Cooperative is seeking a dynamic and visionary Director of People & Culture to join our leadership team. This role serves as a strategic advisor to the CEO and Directors, driving a people-first culture that supports Outpost's mission of empowering people, building community, and advancing sustainability.

What You'll Do

* Lead Outpost's people strategy and foster a culture of trust, collaboration, and inclusion.

* Partner with leadership to align workforce planning, structure, and engagement with cooperative goals.

* Oversee HR operations, compliance, benefits, and employee relations with fairness and integrity.

* Support leaders and teams through change, growth, and ongoing development.

* Lead and mentor the People & Culture team (Recruitment & Retention Specialist, HR Generalist, Payroll Specialist).

Who You Are

* A mission-driven leader with a passion for people and community.

* Skilled in building culture, coaching leaders, and driving organizational effectiveness.

* Knowledgeable in HR best practices, employment law, and equity-driven systems.

* Strategic, data-informed, and experienced in balancing compliance with compassion.

Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in HR, Organizational Development, or related field required (advanced degree or certification preferred).

* 7-10 years of progressive HR leadership experience, with 3+ years in a director or senior management role.

* Experience in cooperative, unionized, or mission-based organizations is a plus.

Join us in shaping the future of a values-driven organization where people and purpose come first.