Factory Sales Representative

About The Grasshopper Company

A family‑owned business with more than 50 years of manufacturing experience, The Grasshopper Company specializes in manufacturing True Zero Turn™ riding rotary mowers since 1969. No parent corporation or outside investors influence decisions. As a recognized leader in turf and grounds maintenance equipment, we seek talented, dedicated, and hard‑working people to join our team. We offer a competitive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

We are an equal opportunity employer and adhere to applicable non‑discrimination laws. We 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.

Full‑time position working with dealers and end‑users in Michigan. The ideal candidate is a self‑starter, organized, and logical thinker.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Maintain, expand, evaluate, and work with the Grasshopper dealer network.
• Demonstrate Grasshopper equipment.
• Visit dealers on a timely basis.
• Assist dealers in promotion of Grasshopper products.
• Assist in collections as needed.
• Call on end users as necessary.

• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Clean driving record and safety‑awareness attitude.
• Compliance with all FMCSA and DOT requirements.
• Willingness to travel on the road daily, including frequent overnight trips.
• Self‑motivated with a strong desire to sell.
• Ability to work more than 40 hours a week.
• Completion of all required factory reports on schedule.
• Knowledge of Grasshopper equipment and competitor equipment.
• Ability to evaluate prospective dealers and analyze existing dealers.
• Ability to define goals and objectives with dealers.
• Experience in the outdoor power equipment industry is a plus.
• Computer experience is a must.

Company vehicle, trailer, and demonstrator will be provided.

• 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.

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