Century Fasteners Corp., a master distributor of fasteners and components to several industries, has hired fastener industry sourcing and purchasing expert Michelle Olson. She will serve as the company’s Strategic Sourcing Manager.

Olson joins the Century team with more than 30 years of sales, sourcing, and purchasing experience in the commercial, industrial, electronics, medical, and MRO industries.

Her experience includes the development of purchasing strategies, contract negotiations, supplier relationship development, and domestic and overseas sourcing strategies.

As the Strategic Sourcing Manager, Olson will be responsible for developing a new corporate sourcing strategy, implementing supplier-growth incentive agreements, and collaborating with the sales team on major bid opportunities.

She will report to the Director of Purchasing, Gene Fedrick.