How to Use the GRIN MCP in OpenAI Agents SDK
Build production-grade influencer automation with the OpenAI Agents SDK and GRIN to manage creator relationships safely.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect GRIN MCP to OpenAI Agents SDK
Create your Vinkius account to connect GRIN to OpenAI Agents SDK and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.
Campaign Tracking and ROI Analysis
The `list_campaigns` tool retrieves active marketing initiatives directly into your agent's execution loop using our MCP Server. Your agent checks performance metrics by calling `list_conversions` to calculate real-time financial returns without human intervention. This setup lets you run automated audits of your creator network. You get exact sales numbers tied to specific campaigns, which means you stop wasting budget on underperforming channels.
Safe Creator CRM Management with OpenAI Agents SDK
The `get_contact` tool pulls detailed creator profiles into your Python runtime. When an influencer changes their handle or mailing address, the agent uses `update_contact` to keep your records accurate. Built-in guardrails in this MCP Server configuration prevent unauthorized edits to your partner database. You define the exact parameters your agent can modify, keeping your database clean and secure.
Automated Fulfillment and Payouts
The `list_orders` tool tracks product seeding shipments to make sure creators actually get their gear. To handle the financial side, your agent queries `list_payments` to verify outstanding balances and schedule creator fees. This automation eliminates the manual back-and-forth of tracking spreadsheets. Your team spends less time copying data and more time signing high-impact partnerships.
Set up GRIN MCP in OpenAI Agents SDK
Prerequisites
- Python 3.10+ installed
-
openai-agentspackage (pip install openai-agents) - Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token
- 1
Install the SDK
Run
pip install openai-agentsto install the OpenAI Agents SDK. The MCP integration is built-in — no extra dependencies needed. - 2
Connect via SSE transport
Use
MCPServerSsewith your Vinkius endpoint URL. Replace[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. The SDK auto-discovers all GRIN tools at runtime. - 3
Create your Agent
Pass the MCP to
Agent(mcp_servers=[server]). The agent receives GRIN tools as native definitions — JSON schemas resolve automatically. - 4
Run the agent
Call
Runner.run(agent, prompt)to execute. The agent invokes the appropriate GRIN tools and returns structured results. Copy the full example on the right to get started.
import asyncio
from agents import Agent, Runner
from agents.mcp import MCPServerSse
async def main():
async with MCPServerSse(
url="https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
) as server:
agent = Agent(
name="GRIN Agent",
instructions="You have access to GRIN tools.",
mcp_servers=[server],
)
result = await Runner.run(agent, "List recent transactions")
print(result.final_output)
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