Find sales agents or sales representatives in Poland

For a lot of products working with a local sales agent or with a dedicated sales representative can be a good solution.

Especially if you have a customized product or service, or you want to work with a number of resellers in the country, an agent can be the one connecting these parties to your organization abroad.

Agents can be individuals, but I often recommend to work with established companies who already have a good network and where you are not dependent on just one person.

Set up your sales force in Poland

Out of the Easter-European countries, Poland is the biggest and richest, and hence a good market to start in the region.

As of 2024, Poland’s population is estimated to be around 40.22 million, showing a slight decrease compared to the previous year. This decrease is indicative of a broader trend in population change.

Poland has a diverse economy, with significant contributions from various sectors including manufacturing, agriculture, and services. It is one of the larger economies in Central and Eastern Europe and has seen substantial growth since its transition to a market economy in the 1990s.

Warsaw is the largest city, followed by other major cities like Lodz, Krakow, and Wroclaw. The country has a relatively high urban population, with a significant portion of its residents living in cities.

Poland has a rich cultural heritage, including significant contributions to European literature, music, and arts. The majority of the population identifies as Christian, with a small percentage being religiously unaffiliated.

Agent, local office or distance selling?

An agent sells in your name for a commission and has limited room to negotiate. A local office gives you full control, but costs staff and facilities. Distance selling works when your product can be delivered and serviced from abroad.

Be careful with agent contracts. In many countries agents are well protected by law, and ending the relationship can mean compensating the income you take away. Agree territory, targets, commission and termination before you start.

Do you need help in Poland?

Our service providers are local specialists. They know the market, the regulations and the parties that matter, and they can support you with the steps on this page.

Ask a professional

Finding a sales agent in Poland in three steps

Step 1

Describe the role

Decide what the agent does: generate leads only, or close deals and handle after-sales too. Set the territory, the type of customer and the commission.

Step 2

Find and screen

Prefer an established agency over a single individual. Check which brands they carry, whether those compete with you, and ask two of their clients for a reference.

Step 3

Contract and manage

Put targets, reporting, commission and termination in writing, and plan regular contact. An agent who hears nothing from you sells nothing for you.