distribütör

Distributör is a term used in Turkish business parlance for a company or person that distributes products on behalf of a manufacturer or supplier within a defined geographic area. In many markets, a distribütör may take title to the goods and assumes responsibility for marketing and selling them, though some arrangements use a non-selling intermediary or sales agent. The role sits between the producer and the retailer or end user in the supply chain.

Key functions typically include sourcing products from manufacturers, warehousing, inventory management, logistics, pricing, and arranging delivery. A distribütör often conducts local marketing, provides product training and technical support, handles warranties and returns, and extends credit terms to buyers. In some cases, the distribütör also handles regulatory compliance, product registration, and importer duties.

Distribution agreements define the terms of the relationship, including the territory, duration, and exclusivity (exclusive or non-exclusive). They establish performance targets, minimum purchases, pricing rules, marketing obligations, and termination conditions. Many agreements restrict resale prices and govern after-sales service levels to ensure brand consistency.

Distinguishing terms include distributor, wholesaler, retailer, and sales agent. A distributor generally acquires goods and resells them, possibly with exclusive rights in a territory; a wholesaler sells to retailers; a retailer sells to end customers; an agent facilitates sales without taking title to goods.

In Turkey and in Turkish business practice, the word distribütör is commonly used to denote an authorized distributor responsible for marketing, selling, and possibly servicing products within a country or region. The concept parallels distributor arrangements elsewhere, though legal specifics vary by jurisdiction.