Factory Sales Representative

The Grasshopper Company; Tennessee; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Company vehicle

Job summary

A family-owned manufacturing business is seeking a Factory Sales Representative in Tennessee to maintain and expand the dealer network and demonstrate equipment. The candidate must be self-motivated with a clean driving record and have the ability to sell effectively. This full-time position offers an extensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, and a company vehicle.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Must be a self-starter and organized.
• Experience in outdoor power equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and expand the Grasshopper dealer network.
• Demonstrate Grasshopper equipment.
• Assist dealers in promotion of products.

Skills

Effective communication

Clean driving record

Safety awareness

Self-motivated

Sales experience

Knowledge of Grasshopper equipment

Analytical skills

Job description

A family-owned business with more than 50 years of manufacturing experience, The Grasshopper Company has specialized in manufacturing True ZeroTurn™ riding rotary mowers since 1969. No parent corporation or outside investors make the decisions at Grasshopper.

As a recognized leader in the manufacturing of turf and grounds maintenance equipment, The Grasshopper Company is always looking for talented, dedicated and hard‑working people to join our team. Grasshopper offers a wide range of competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

We are an equal opportunity employer. As an equal opportunity employer, The Grasshopper Company/Moridge Manufacturing, Inc. abides by applicable non‑discrimination laws and will not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, Vietnam era veteran status, or disability.

We offer stable employment utilizing state‑of‑the‑art equipment and clean work facilities. Unless otherwise noted, on‑the‑job training is provided.

Factory Sales Representative (Tennessee)

Full‑time position working with dealers and end‑users in Tennessee. Individual must be self‑starter, organized and logical thinker.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Responsible for maintaining, expanding, evaluating and working with the Grasshopper dealer network.
• Demonstrating Grasshopper equipment.
• Visit dealers on a timely basis.
• Assist dealers in promotion of Grasshopper products.
• Assist in collections as needed.
• Calling on end users, as necessary.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Must have a clean driving record and keep a safety awareness attitude.
• Must be able to comply with all FMCSA and DOT requirements.
• Must be able to be out on the road everyday calling on existing and potential customers, including frequent overnight travel.
• Must be self‑motivated and have a desire to sell.
• Must be able to work more than 40 hours a week.
• Must be able to complete all required factory reports as scheduled.
• Must have working knowledge of Grasshopper equipment as well as competitor's equipment.
• Must be able to evaluate prospective dealers and analyze existing dealers.
• Must be able to define goals and objectives with dealers.

Experience in outdoor power equipment industry a plus. Computer experience is a must. Company vehicle, trailer and demonstrator provided.

To learn more about this employment position with Grasshopper, including descriptions and requirements, please contact the Human Resources Department.

Extensive benefit package including:

• Health and dental insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Company phone
• Company vehicle

Department: Sales. This is a full‑time position.