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Manufacturers Rep Agreement for the Netherlands

Manufacturers Rep Agreement Template for Netherlands

This document establishes a legal framework for a commercial agency relationship under Dutch law between a manufacturer and their appointed sales representative. It complies with the Dutch Civil Code (Burgerlijk Wetboek) and EU Directive 86/653/EEC on Commercial Agents, outlining the terms for product representation, territory rights, commission structures, and mutual obligations. The agreement includes provisions for performance standards, reporting requirements, intellectual property protection, and termination conditions, while ensuring compliance with Dutch commercial agency regulations regarding notice periods and post-termination compensation.

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What is a Manufacturers Rep Agreement?

The Manufacturer's Representative Agreement is essential for companies seeking to expand their sales presence in specific territories through independent sales representatives or agencies in the Netherlands. This document establishes the legal framework for such relationships, ensuring compliance with Dutch law, particularly the Dutch Civil Code and EU Directive 86/653/EEC. It details crucial aspects such as territory rights, commission structures, performance expectations, and termination provisions. The agreement is specifically designed to protect both parties' interests while maintaining the independent contractor status of the representative. It includes mandatory provisions required under Dutch law regarding notice periods, commission calculations, and post-termination obligations, making it suitable for both domestic and international manufacturers operating in the Dutch market.

What sections should be included in a Manufacturers Rep Agreement?

1. Parties: Identification of the manufacturer and the representative, including full legal names, registration numbers, and registered addresses

2. Background: Context of the agreement, brief description of the parties' businesses, and their intention to enter into a commercial relationship

3. Definitions: Definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement, including Products, Territory, Customers, Commission, etc.

4. Appointment and Territory: Terms of representative's appointment, territory definition, and exclusivity status

5. Representative's Rights and Obligations: Detailed responsibilities including promotion, reporting, customer service, and compliance with manufacturer's policies

6. Manufacturer's Rights and Obligations: Manufacturer's commitments including product supply, support, training, and marketing materials

7. Commission Structure: Commission rates, calculation methods, payment terms, and conditions for commission eligibility

8. Intellectual Property: Protection and usage rights of trademarks, patents, and other IP

9. Confidentiality: Obligations regarding confidential information and trade secrets

10. Term and Termination: Duration of agreement, renewal terms, and termination provisions including notice periods

11. Post-Termination: Obligations and rights after agreement termination, including commission on pending orders

12. Data Protection: GDPR compliance and data handling requirements

13. General Provisions: Standard clauses including notices, amendments, assignment, governing law, and jurisdiction

What sections are optional to include in a Manufacturers Rep Agreement?

1. Non-Compete: Restrictions on representing competing products, used when exclusivity is important to the manufacturer

2. Performance Targets: Specific sales targets and consequences for missing them, included when performance measurement is crucial

3. Training Requirements: Detailed training obligations and certification requirements, needed for complex products

4. Insurance: Specific insurance requirements beyond standard liability coverage

5. Marketing Contribution: Terms for shared marketing costs and activities, used when joint marketing is planned

6. Sub-Representatives: Terms for appointing sub-representatives, included when territory size requires additional representatives

7. Stock Holding: Terms for maintaining product inventory, if representative will hold stock

8. Warranty Handling: Procedures for handling warranty claims, important for technical products

What schedules should be included in a Manufacturers Rep Agreement?

1. Product Schedule: List of products covered by the agreement with specifications and pricing

2. Commission Schedule: Detailed commission rates for different products or customer categories

3. Territory Description: Detailed description of geographical territory including any excluded accounts

4. Performance Metrics: Specific KPIs and targets for performance evaluation

5. Approved Customer List: List of existing customers and any special terms applicable to them

6. Marketing Guidelines: Manufacturer's requirements for marketing and representing products

7. Technical Requirements: Technical specifications and support requirements

8. Reporting Ƶ: Standard forms for regular reporting requirements

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ Ƶ | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

Jurisdiction

Netherlands

Publisher

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Document Type

Sales Agreement

Sector

Sales

Cost

Free to use
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Relevant Industries

Manufacturing

Industrial Equipment

Consumer Goods

Electronics

Medical Devices

Automotive Parts

Construction Materials

Chemical Products

Machinery

Technology Hardware

Telecommunications Equipment

Textile and Apparel

Food and Beverage Equipment

Agricultural Equipment

Relevant Teams

Legal

Sales

Business Development

Commercial Operations

Compliance

International Trade

Contract Administration

Channel Management

Export

Corporate Affairs

Relevant Roles

Sales Director

Commercial Director

Business Development Manager

Legal Counsel

Contracts Manager

Sales Operations Manager

Channel Manager

Export Manager

Regional Sales Manager

Managing Director

Commercial Agent

Sales Representative

Chief Commercial Officer

Procurement Manager

Compliance Officer

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Employer, Employee, Start Date, Job Title, Department, Location, Probationary Period, Notice Period, Salary, Overtime, Vacation Pay, Statutory Holidays, Benefits, Bonus, Expenses, Working Hours, Rest Breaks,  Leaves of Absence, Confidentiality, Intellectual Property, Non-Solicitation, Non-Competition, Code of Conduct, Termination,  Severance Pay, Governing Law, Entire Agreemen

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