Precoro & McMaster-Carr PunchOut for Effortless Industrial Purchasing

Whether you're sourcing precision tools, mechanical components, or safety equipment, McMaster-Carr—one of the leading suppliers of industrial and MRO products—has everything you need to keep your operations running smoothly. By integrating its vast catalog with Precoro’s automated procurement system, you gain seamless access to high-quality industrial equipment while streamlining your purchasing process.

Keep reading to discover how this integration enhances efficiency and reduces manual work. Follow the instructions to easily place your first McMaster-Carr PunchOut order.

How Does Precoro and McMaster-Carr PunchOut Work?

Industrial tools purchasing has never been so easy! Our new integration lets you access McMaster-Carr’s catalog directly through Precoro’s PRs or POs (you can configure it depending on your needs). There, you can explore and select from a wide range of industrial supplies, including fasteners, hand and power tools, electrical components, and more. All item details—prices, quantities, and descriptions—are then automatically imported back into Precoro for seamless approval and tracking.

Once approved, the McMaster-Carr purchase order is sent for final processing, ensuring a fast, accurate, and fully compliant procurement experience.

Getting Started with the Precoro and McMaster-Carr PunchOut Integration

Setting up this integration is quick and simple. Follow the instructions in our Knowledge Base article to get started.

Once configured, here’s how you can place your first order:

1. Navigate to the Purchase Requisitions or Purchase Orders management page in Precoro, depending on your setup.
2. Click the Request from McMaster-Carr button (or use the Request from Marketplace page if multiple integrations are enabled).
3. Fill in key details like Delivery Date, Location, and Department, then click Create.
4. You’ll be redirected to McMaster-Carr’s online catalog. Add items to your cart and check out.
5. You'll be automatically redirected back to Precoro with all item details imported into your purchasing document. Submit your PR or PO.
6. The document in Precoro will follow your internal approval workflow. After final approval, the order will be automatically sent to the marketplace for processing.

Try out to enjoy a smooth and compliant procurement experience!

How Does Precoro & McMaster-Carr Integration Boost Procurement?

Precoro and McMaster-Carr PunchOut integration brings multiple advantages to streamline your procurement process:

Effortless Requesting and Ordering

The McMaster-Carr PunchOut integration transforms procurement into a seamless, consumer-like experience. Employees are automatically redirected from Precoro to McMaster-Carr, where they can explore the extensive catalog, select items, and effortlessly import order details into Precoro’s PRs or POs—no manual entry required.

Improved Financial Control

All purchases made through the McMaster-Carr PunchOut integration follow a structured approval workflow in Precoro. Approvers can review documents before orders are finalized, ensuring compliance with budget and procurement policies.

Time Savings for Procurement Teams

Procurement teams no longer need to manually track orders or input data. Once approved in Precoro, orders are automatically submitted to the marketplace, freeing teams to focus on strategic initiatives rather than administrative tasks.

Comprehensive Spend Analysis

Precoro automatically records all orders placed through McMaster-Carr PunchOut, providing detailed insights into spending patterns. With this data, your procurement teams can easily identify cost-saving opportunities and improve purchasing efficiency.

Stronger Supplier Relationships

With a direct connection to McMaster-Carr, you can improve order fulfillment speed, reduce procurement errors, and enhance communication—creating a stronger, more efficient partnership.

More PunchOut Catalogs Are Coming

The Precoro and McMaster-Carr PunchOut integration takes procurement efficiency to the next level. But we’re not stopping here! We’re continuously expanding our integrations list to bring you more suppliers and an even broader range of products. Stay tuned!

If you’re not using Precoro yet, book a demo on our website to see how we can help you simplify and improve your procurement process.