Alaska sales representative employment contract template

Alaska Sales Representative Employment Contract

This Alaska Sales Representative Employment Contract ("Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date], by and between [Employer Name], a [State] corporation with its principal place of business at [Employer Address] ("Employer"), and [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address] ("Employee").

1. Position

The Employer hereby employs the Employee as a full-time Sales Representative.

Option A: Job Duties

The Employee's primary duties shall include, but are not limited to: direct sales, prospecting new clients, maintaining and growing existing accounts, product/service presentations, negotiation of terms, achievement of sales quotas, territory management, accurate and timely order processing, preparation of sales reports, attendance at trade events or local market activities, and regular travel within assigned sales territory in Alaska as required.

Option B: Reporting Structure

The Employee will report to [Supervisor Name], [Supervisor Title]. The Employee is expected to work collaboratively with other team members. The Employee will utilize the Employer's CRM tools and sales tracking systems. The Employee will submit weekly/monthly performance reports as required. The Employee will participate in sales trainings and compliance programs as directed by the Employer.

2. Territory and Travel

Option A: Primary Place of Work

The Employee's primary place of work is [Address].

Option B: Designated Sales Territory

The Employee's designated sales territory is [Territory Description, e.g., Southcentral Alaska].

Travel Requirements

The Employee will be required to travel within the assigned sales territory. The Employee will use [Personal Vehicle/Company Vehicle]. Reimbursement for travel expenses will be provided in accordance with Alaska mileage rates and substantiation rules. Business expenses will be covered as outlined in Section 5.

3. Employment Type and Work Hours

The Employee's employment is full-time.

Option A: Standard Work Hours

The Employee's standard work hours are [Number] hours per week, [Days of the Week], from [Start Time] to [End Time].

Option B: Work Arrangement

The Employee's work arrangement will be [Field-based/Remote/Office-based]. The Employee is entitled to rest and meal breaks in accordance with Alaska law. Overtime pay will be provided for hours worked over 40 in a workweek, at a rate of 1.5 times the Employee's regular rate of pay, subject to Employer approval.

4. Compensation

Option A: Base Salary

The Employee's base salary will be [Dollar Amount] per [Year/Month/Pay Period], payable [Frequency].

Option B: Commission Structure

The Employee will be eligible for commissions based on [Gross Sales/Net Margin/Collections] at a rate of [Percentage]%. Commissions will be paid [Frequency]. There [Is/Is Not] a cap or threshold on commissions. The chargeback/adjustment policy for returns/cancellations is as follows: [Policy Description]. Commissions earned will be paid in compliance with Alaska regulations.

Option C: Guaranteed Minimum/Draw

The Employee [Is/Is Not] eligible for a guaranteed minimum or draw. The details are as follows: [Details of Guaranteed Minimum/Draw].

Option D: Bonus/Incentive Plan

The Employee [Is/Is Not] eligible for a bonus or incentive plan. The performance targets are: [Performance Targets].

5. Benefits

The Employee will be eligible for the following benefits:

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: [Plan Details/Eligibility Requirements].

401(k) or other Retirement Plan: [Plan Details/Eligibility Requirements].

Life/Disability Coverage: [Coverage Details].

Paid Alaska Statutory Holidays: [List of Holidays].

Paid Vacation and Sick Leave: [Accrual Rate/Usage Policy].

Family Leave Benefits: [Details of Benefits].

Relocation Assistance: [Details of Assistance, if applicable].

Per Diem/Travel Allowances: [Amount and Conditions].

Tuition or Sales Training Reimbursement: [Reimbursement Policy].

6. Business Expenses

The Employer will cover the following business expenses:

Cell Phone Stipend: [Amount].

Mileage Reimbursement: At Alaska's statutory rate.

Laptop: [Employer-owned/Employee-owned].

Sales Demo Materials: [Details].

These items [Remain/Do Not Remain] the property of the Employer.

7. Proprietary Rights

Client lists, prospect data, and sales leads generated during employment are the property of the Employer. The Employee agrees to maintain data privacy and customer confidentiality.

8. Confidential Information

The Employee acknowledges that sales strategy, pricing, trade secrets, product information, and sensitive customer details are confidential information. This obligation survives termination of employment as permitted by Alaska law.

9. Compliance with Laws

The Employee agrees to comply with all applicable federal and Alaska state laws, including but not limited to the Fair Labor Standards Act, CAN-SPAM Act, Alaska Wage and Hour Act, Alaska Human Rights Act, and consumer protection rules. The Employee will interact with clients courteously, ethically, and accurately represent products/services.

10. Anti-Bribery and Fair Dealing

The Employee agrees to adhere to the Employer's anti-bribery, anti-kickback, and fair dealing policies, especially regarding public sector or Native corporation customers in Alaska.

11. Restrictive Covenants

Option A: Non-Compete

The Employee [Shall/Shall Not] be subject to a non-compete agreement. If applicable, the terms are: [Geographic Scope, Time Period, and Permitted Activities]. The Employee acknowledges Alaska’s stance on the reasonableness of non-competes.

Option B: Customer Non-Solicitation

The Employee [Shall/Shall Not] be subject to a customer non-solicitation agreement. If applicable, the terms are: [List of Customers, Time Period].

Option C: Non-Disclosure Agreement

The Employee [Shall/Shall Not] be subject to a non-disclosure agreement. The terms are governed separately by a Non-Disclosure Agreement.

12. Employment Duration and Termination

Employment is at-will, as per Alaska labor norms.

Option A: Termination Notice

Either party may terminate this Agreement with [Number] days written notice.

Option B: Final Payment

Upon termination, the Employee will receive final commission/bonus payout in accordance with Alaska regulations, within [Number] days.

Option C: Severance

The Employee [Is/Is Not] eligible for severance pay. If applicable, the details are: [Severance Details]. The Employee will return all sales materials, proprietary documents, and employer equipment.

13. Post-Termination Obligations

The Employee's post-termination obligations include maintaining confidentiality, non-solicitation for [Time Period] as compliant with Alaska law, and support for a smooth client handover.

14. Training and Safety

The Employee will participate in the Employer's ongoing regulatory and skills training, and occupational health/safety programs. This includes awareness of hazardous travel/weather conditions specific to Alaska.

15. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved through a stepped process of internal mediation, then [Binding Arbitration/Alaska State Court Jurisdiction], with venue in [City, Alaska].

16. Workers' Compensation

The Employee is covered by Workers' Compensation (per Alaska Stat. § 23.30). The Employee understands the occupational injury reporting/claim procedures. The Employer complies with Alaska occupational safety standards.

17. Intellectual Property

All intellectual property developed or used in sales processes (custom sales scripts, presentations, databases) is owned by the Employer, and restrictions apply to its future use.

18. Data Security

The Employee is obligated to maintain data security when handling electronic client or credit card information.

19. Performance Standards

The Employee will adhere to the Employer's behavioral and performance standards, including professional dress code, anti-harassment policy, and proper use of employer branding.

20. Performance Review

The Employee will participate in performance reviews [Frequency]. Promotion, sales territory reassignment, and discipline up to and including termination are subject to performance.

21. Prior Agreements

The Employee discloses any prior employment agreements that could affect their ability to perform or create a conflict of interest with established Alaska clients or markets: [Disclosure Details].

22. Alaska Customary Provisions (Optional)

[Details of Native corporation sales arrangements, large rural/remote client base engagement strategies, and seasonality factors unique to Alaska].

23. Standard Clauses

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties. It may be amended only in writing signed by both parties. This Agreement is binding upon and inures to the benefit of the parties and their respective successors and assigns. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. No waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall be effective unless in writing and signed by the party against whom the waiver is sought to be enforced. All notices required or permitted under this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been duly given when delivered personally or when sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the addresses set forth above. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Alaska. Compliance with electronic signature/record retention rules is permitted under Alaska law.

24. Modification of Role or Territory

The Employer reserves the right to modify the Employee's role or territory with notice, consistent with Alaska's at-will doctrine.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.

[Employer Name]

By: [Employer Representative Name]

Title: [Employer Representative Title]

[Employee Name]

[Employee Signature]

[Employee Printed Name]

Date: [Date]