| Aspect | Metals Sales | Metals Purchasing |
|---|
| Primary Role | Selling metals to clients and managing customer relationships | Buying metals from suppliers to meet company or client needs |
| Work Environment | Customer-facing, sales offices, trade shows | Procurement departments, warehouses, supplier meetings |
| Required Credentials | Knowledge of metals, sales experience, industry certifications | Knowledge of metals, negotiation skills, procurement certifications |
Metals Sales focuses on selling metals and building client relationships, while Metals Purchasing involves sourcing and acquiring metals from suppliers. Both roles require industry knowledge and often work closely within the same industry but serve different functions in the supply chain.