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Outpost

Director of People and Culture

Outpost, Milwaukee

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Director of People & Culture

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.

Apply at outpost.coop/careers

Please review full job description:

TITLE: Director of People & Culture DEPARTMENT: Central Planning & Resource (CPR)

JOB SUMMARY: The Director of People & Culture serves as a strategic advisor to the CEO and Leadership Team, shaping Outpost’s people strategy…

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