Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

commission-agent

noun

/kəˌmɪʃ.ən ˈeɪ.dʒənt/

Definition

A commission-agent is an individual or entity that acts on behalf of another party to facilitate sales or transactions, earning a fee or commission for their services.

Examples

The commission-agent successfully negotiated a deal between the manufacturer and several retail outlets.
As a commission-agent, she earned a percentage of each sale made through her referrals.
Many companies hire commission-agents to expand their market reach without increasing their sales team.

Meaning

Commission-agents help businesses sell their products or services by connecting them with potential buyers, without being directly involved in the sale itself.