MSC INDUSTRIAL DIRECT CO INC

MSC distributes metalworking and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) supplies, alongside original equipment manufacturer parts and inventory management solutions. Its product catalog spans cutting tools, abrasives, machinery accessories, fasteners, hand and power tools, safety gear, and plumbing equipment. In addition to physical goods, the enterprise supplies technical advisory services, tool regrinding, and automated inventory systems like vending machines and on-site replenishment management. The firm caters to a varied client base that includes individual machine shops, large manufacturing corporations, and government bodies such as defense and general services agencies.

The organization conducts operations across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the United Kingdom. Its physical footprint comprises five fulfillment facilities, nine regional inventory locations, five production sites, and 38 warehouses, the majority situated in North America with two abroad. It employs more than 7,200 associates worldwide. The business processes sales through direct sales teams and electronic platforms. The provided annual report text does not disclose the company's headquarters location.

Summary of the business section of Msc Industrial Direct's latest annual report, written by StockData.

“Actually paid” adjusts reported pay for changes in the value of equity awards. Shareholder return assumes $100 invested at the start of the measurement period, as disclosed by the company.

“As of August 30, 2025, we employed 7,284 associates worldwide, of which 7,077 were full-time and 207 were part-time.”