Metal Supermarkets

About Metal Supermarkets

Metal Supermarkets is the world’s largest small quantity metal distributor. The Metal Supermarkets business concept was established in 1985 in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. Since then, the company has grown to more than 90 franchise locations across Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom.

Metal Supermarkets is the only international brand in the small quantity metals industry. More than 60,000 customers rely on Metal Supermarkets for “one stop shopping” for all their small metal requirements and the ability to purchase what they need, when they need it.

Our metal distribution centers specialize in the distribution of all types, shapes, sizes and grades of metal. We stock and sell aluminum, hot- and cold-rolled steel, stainless steel, brass and copper bar in bar, tubes, channel and sheet-processed to our customers’ exact specifications, ready fast with no minimum order.

The Metal Supermarkets brand is known for superior customer care from start to finish, and the most high-quality metal products available. Customers include manufacturing facilities, maintenance departments, tool and die makers, fabricators, machine shops, military and other government departments, hobbyists and home owners.

We are passionate about our customers, products, service and franchisees. Metal Supermarkets is a dependable business model, a trusted international brand name and a lucrative franchise opportunity.

Why a Metal Supermarkets Franchise?

As a Metal Supermarkets franchisee, you’ll set your own rules and lead a small team of motivated and engaged employees to success. Metal Supermarkets helps entrepreneurs and motivated individuals achieve their goals, dreams and aspirations – both inside and outside the workplace. We help franchisees realize success in all aspects of their lives: family, personal and business.

As part of the Metal Supermarkets franchise system, you will benefit from:

– The use of our recognized brand and firmly established business system
– Access to our preferred provider network
– Specialized training to implement our business model in your protected territory
– Our advanced, proprietary ERP system to help manage every facet of your business
– Ongoing operational, sales and marketing support
– A Business As Solid As Steel
– Starting a business from the ground up is no easy feat. You need access to experience, dedication and a considerable wealth of skills. That is exactly what you get when you invest in a Metal Supermarkets franchise.

Earn A Solid Income – Owning a Metal Supermarkets store can be an extremely rewarding, fulfilling and profitable experience. In 2015, average annual sales for Metal Supermarkets stores exceeded $1,198,000 USD and average gross margins exceeded 50%.

B2B Business – Enjoy the stability of a B2B business. Experience a high-level of repeat business from professional customers who truly value and need the products and services they provide.

Be Your Own Boss – As a Metal Supermarkets franchisee, you’ll set your own rules and lead a small team of motivated and engaged employees to success.

Balanced Lifestyle – Metal Supermarkets helps entrepreneurs and motivated individuals achieve their goals, dreams and aspirations – both inside and outside the workplace. We help franchisees realize success in all aspects of their lives: family, personal and business.

One-On-One Support – Your dedicated business consultant will provide you with ongoing, one-on-one support and guidance. We’re never more than a phone call away.

A Franchisor That Cares – Metal Supermarkets leadership is dedicated to developing successful franchisees and businesses. As an elected Director of the Canadian Franchise Association, Metal Supermarkets President & CEO, Stephen Schober, advocates on behalf of the franchise industry across Canada, and advises on important issues impacting the future of Canadian franchising.

Robust Training – With the Metal Supermarkets approach to franchise training, you won’t require any prior metal experience to succeed. You will begin with two weeks of online training through our Metal Supermarkets University where you will learn the fundamental aspects of our business model and product offerings. Combined with two weeks of in-class and in-store training led by our experienced Head Office team, you will possess the tools, skills and information needed to grow sales from opening day.

Cutting-Edge ERP: Get hands on experience with MetalTech, our proprietary, cloud-based ERP software that allows for rigorous inventory control and total pricing management.
Proven Marketing Programs: Our Marketing Team will provide you with a diverse selection of programs and collateral to leverage into quality B2B leads.

Ongoing Operational Support: Metal Supermarkets’ franchise support means you won’t have to worry about re-inventing the wheel. With our highly-skilled Operations Team, you will have all of our training, best practices, and proven business strategies at your disposal.