Senior OEM Sourcing Specialist - Fasteners

MSC Industrial Supply Co.; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 64,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

MSC Industrial Supply Co. — Maple Grove, MN — seeks a sourcing professional to drive competitive pricing, manage supplier relationships, and support strategic procurement initiatives. The role emphasizes data-driven decisions, collaboration with operations, and delivering value on quotes and bids.

You will analyze supplier markets, maintain pricing integrity, and work with cross-functional teams to optimize the procure-to-pay process while supporting sales with accurate quotations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or Engineering preferred.
• Minimum five years' Direct OEM Fastener or Component supply chain experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills; proficiency in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Source strategically to drive competitive pricing and supplier options.
• Collaborate with leadership to optimize pricing and procurement processes.
• Enter supplier prices, lead times, deviations, and quotes into the quote system.
• Maintain data integrity and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Provide pricing insights to sales and account teams.

Skills

Blueprints & drawings

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree (Business/Engineering/Finance)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

MSC Industrial Supply Co. — Maple Grove, MN — seeks a sourcing professional to drive competitive pricing, manage supplier relationships, and support strategic procurement initiatives. The role emphasizes data-driven decisions, collaboration with operations, and delivering value on quotes and bids.

You will analyze supplier markets, maintain pricing integrity, and work with cross-functional teams to optimize the procure-to-pay process while supporting sales with accurate quotations.