The Exclusive Territory Distribution Agreement is a crucial commercial contract used when a supplier wishes to appoint a sole distributor for their products within a specified geographic area in New Zealand. This document is particularly relevant when businesses seek to establish a structured distribution network while maintaining control over their product's market presence and brand reputation. The agreement comprehensively addresses all aspects of the distribution relationship, including exclusivity rights, performance expectations, ordering processes, and compliance with New Zealand legal requirements such as the Commerce Act 1986 and Fair Trading Act 1986. It is commonly used in various industries where territorial protection and organized distribution channels are essential for market success. The document provides legal certainty for both parties while establishing clear operational frameworks and performance metrics.
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1. Parties: Identification of the supplier/manufacturer and the distributor, including full legal names and registered addresses
2. Background: Context of the agreement, brief description of the parties' businesses, and their intentions regarding the distribution arrangement
3. Definitions and Interpretation: Definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement and rules for interpretation
4. Appointment and Territory: Explicit appointment of distributor, definition of exclusive territory, and scope of exclusivity
5. Term and Renewal: Duration of the agreement, commencement date, and renewal provisions
6. Distributor's Rights and Obligations: Core rights and responsibilities of the distributor, including marketing, sales, and customer service obligations
7. Supplier's Rights and Obligations: Core rights and responsibilities of the supplier, including product supply and support obligations
8. Ordering and Supply: Procedures for ordering products, lead times, delivery terms, and acceptance processes
9. Prices and Payment: Pricing structure, payment terms, currency, and price adjustment mechanisms
10. Performance Targets: Minimum purchase requirements, sales targets, and consequences of failing to meet targets
11. Intellectual Property: Rights to use trademarks, patents, and other IP, and protection obligations
12. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information and trade secrets
13. Termination: Grounds for termination, notice requirements, and consequences of termination
14. Post-Termination: Obligations and rights of parties after termination, including stock disposal
15. General: Standard boilerplate clauses including notices, assignment, force majeure, and governing law
1. Product Development and Modification: Include when the supplier regularly updates or modifies products, defining how changes will be communicated and implemented
2. Sub-distributors: Include when the distributor may appoint sub-distributors, defining approval processes and responsibilities
3. Marketing and Promotion Requirements: Include when specific marketing obligations or cooperative advertising arrangements are needed
4. Training Requirements: Include when product complexity requires specific training programs for distributor's staff
5. After-Sales Service: Include when products require significant after-sales support or warranty services
6. Non-Competition: Include when restricting distributor from handling competing products
7. Insurance Requirements: Include when specific insurance coverage is required due to product nature or value
8. Data Protection: Include when personal data processing is involved in the distribution relationship
9. Import/Export Compliance: Include for international distribution arrangements requiring specific compliance measures
1. Schedule 1 - Products: Detailed list of products covered by the agreement, including specifications and prices
2. Schedule 2 - Territory: Detailed description or map of the exclusive territory, including any excluded locations
3. Schedule 3 - Performance Targets: Detailed annual/quarterly sales targets and minimum purchase requirements
4. Schedule 4 - Pricing and Discount Structure: Comprehensive pricing information, including volume discounts and special promotions
5. Schedule 5 - Technical Requirements: Technical specifications, quality standards, and compliance requirements
6. Schedule 6 - Marketing Guidelines: Brand guidelines, approved marketing materials, and promotional requirements
7. Schedule 7 - Service Level Requirements: Detailed service standards, response times, and performance metrics
8. Schedule 8 - Reporting Requirements: Templates and specifications for required regular reports
9. Appendix A - Order Forms: Standard order forms and procedures
10. Appendix B - Warranty Terms: Detailed warranty terms and claims procedures
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