Here, we present the synthesis of group 10 allyl-(N-N'-diisopropyl)acetamidinates M(h 3 -allyl)(DIA) (M=Ni, Pd, Pt) as readily accessible molecular precursors for SOMC. We demonstrate their reactivity towards prototypical oxide supports (SiO2 and Al2O3) and investigate the grafting mechanism of these heteroleptic compounds, showing that the amidinate is the only reactive moiety. We also demonstrate their proficiency to generate supported mono and bi-metallic nanoparticles cleanly, as well as the synthesis of efficient hydrogenation catalysts based on PdGa/SiO2 for methanol synthesis from CO2.