Branch Manager Trainee
Naperville, IL
Full Time
Mid Level
**Company Overview**
PRP Wine International has been delighting clients with fine wines since 1972, offering engaging and educational wine tastings in homes and offices across the USA. Our philosophy emphasizes “enjoyment without risk,” allowing clients to savor premium wines from renowned regions like Napa Valley, Barolo, and Bordeaux—without the uncertainty often associated with wine selections. We are committed to providing exceptional wines at competitive prices, ensuring customer satisfaction with every choice.
Our diverse portfolio includes over 100 new wines each year, showcased through events such as boat cruises, food and wine tastings, warehouse sales, hotel wine tastings, exhibitions, virtual tastings, and other unique educational experiences. With a customer base exceeding 100,000 across the USA, our clients enjoy the benefits of "try before you buy" with personalized consultations that help them discover and appreciate an extensive array of wines, grape varieties, and regions.
Additionally, PRP is a leader in innovative wine gifting solutions for businesses, featuring personalized labels and etched accessories. We also engage in community support through charity fundraisers and networking events, giving back to the communities that nurture our growth.
For more information, visit our website at www.prpwine.com.
**Position Available**
PRP Wine International is seeking candidates for a Branch Manager position. The successful candidate will initially join as a Branch Manager Trainee, undergoing a comprehensive six-month training program at our Naperville office. This training will cover all aspects of the role, preparing you for promotion to Branch Manager within one of our 17 markets across the US.
**Is This Opportunity Right for You?**
**What You’ll Need to Succeed**
**Job Requirements**
**Compensation**
PRP Wine International has been delighting clients with fine wines since 1972, offering engaging and educational wine tastings in homes and offices across the USA. Our philosophy emphasizes “enjoyment without risk,” allowing clients to savor premium wines from renowned regions like Napa Valley, Barolo, and Bordeaux—without the uncertainty often associated with wine selections. We are committed to providing exceptional wines at competitive prices, ensuring customer satisfaction with every choice.
Our diverse portfolio includes over 100 new wines each year, showcased through events such as boat cruises, food and wine tastings, warehouse sales, hotel wine tastings, exhibitions, virtual tastings, and other unique educational experiences. With a customer base exceeding 100,000 across the USA, our clients enjoy the benefits of "try before you buy" with personalized consultations that help them discover and appreciate an extensive array of wines, grape varieties, and regions.
Additionally, PRP is a leader in innovative wine gifting solutions for businesses, featuring personalized labels and etched accessories. We also engage in community support through charity fundraisers and networking events, giving back to the communities that nurture our growth.
For more information, visit our website at www.prpwine.com.
**Position Available**
PRP Wine International is seeking candidates for a Branch Manager position. The successful candidate will initially join as a Branch Manager Trainee, undergoing a comprehensive six-month training program at our Naperville office. This training will cover all aspects of the role, preparing you for promotion to Branch Manager within one of our 17 markets across the US.
**Is This Opportunity Right for You?**
- Are you looking to join a well-established and growing national organization?
- Do you want to represent and sell high-quality, unique wines with complete confidence?
- Do you thrive in a performance-driven environment and enjoy surpassing sales goals?
- Do you value flexibility and self-accountability in your work?
- Are you passionate about leading and helping others achieve their goals?
- Would you like to work in a recession-resilient industry?
- Are you eager for professional sales training and ongoing support to ensure your success?
**What You’ll Need to Succeed**
- Proactive individual with strong organizational skills
- Coachable and willing to learn
- Ability to mentor and coach others
- Enjoy meeting and engaging with people
- Comfortable making calls to set up wine tastings and events, including cold calls to corporate clients
- Strong relationship-building skills through personal interaction
- Willingness to participate in community functions and events, including evenings and weekends
**Job Requirements**
- Must be 21 years or older
- Willingness to relocate after six months of training (company-paid relocation)
- College degree or equivalent experience preferred
- 1-2 years of B2B or B2C sales experience preferred
- Experience in hiring and training new talent is a plus
- Knowledge of wine is a plus
- Reliable transportation for traveling to appointments
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed
- Passion for selling wine
**Compensation**
- Annual salary: $45,000 - $70,000 (base salary and projected commission)
- Lead generation opportunities provided
- Health, vision, dental, and life insurance
- Gas allowance
- Performance bonuses
- Incentive contests and trips (domestic and abroad)
- Employee discounts on wine purchase
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