Director of People

4 days ago

Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States Dahl Consulting Full time $100,000 - $130,000 per year

Title
: Director of People & Culture

Location
: St. Paul, MN

Job Type
: Permanent/Direct-Hire

Compensation
: $100,000 - $130,000 annually

Industry:
Natural Foods Retail


About the Role

We are partnering with a well-established, community-focused natural foods retailer based in the greater St. Paul area to find a dynamic and mission-driven
Director of People & Culture
. This organization is known for its commitment to sustainability, inclusivity, and local sourcing, and operates multiple storefronts that resemble the vibe of a Whole Foods—but with a distinctly local and grassroots feel.

This senior leadership role is ideal for someone who thrives in collaborative, high-touch environments and is passionate about building inclusive workplace cultures. The Director will report directly to the CEO and play a pivotal role in shaping the employee experience across three retail locations.

Job Description

The Director of People & Culture will lead the HR function across the organization, providing strategic guidance and hands-on support in areas such as:

  • Talent acquisition and onboarding
  • Learning and development
  • Performance management
  • Payroll and benefits administration
  • Employee relations and compliance
  • HR data reporting and analysis
  • This role requires a proactive presence across all locations, frequent engagement with frontline staff, and a willingness to jump in wherever needed—including occasional support for in-store operations. The ideal candidate will be a trusted advisor to leadership, a coach to managers, and a champion of the organization's values.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Proven experience in HR leadership, preferably in retail, food service, or nonprofit sectors
  • Strong emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely—especially with executive leadership
  • Comfortable with foundational HR tasks and systems
  • Willingness to work in shared office spaces and rotate between multiple locations
  • "No job too small" mentality and collaborative spirit
  • Experience with HRIS/ATS systems (Paylocity preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources or related field
  • SHRM or PHR certification
  • Experience in a unionized environment
  • Familiarity with employment law compliance (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, etc.)
  • Multilingual skills
  • Experience managing organizational consolidations
  • Strong project management background

Benefits

This organization offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the financial, physical, and emotional well-being of its employees. Highlights include:

  • 20% employee discount
  • Generous paid time off and paid volunteer hours
  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Low-cost health insurance options
  • Free access to primary care and mental health counseling for insured employees
  • Employee referral bonuses
  • Inclusive dress code and free food "buddies"

How to Apply

Take the first step on your new career path
To submit yourself for consideration for this role, simply click the apply button and complete our mobile-friendly online application. Once we've reviewed your application details, a recruiter will reach out to you with next steps For questions or more information about this role, please call our office at

Equal Opportunity Statement

As an equal opportunity employer, Dahl Consulting welcomes candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If this position sounds like the right opportunity for you, we encourage you to take the next step and connect with us. We look forward to meeting you

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