Akshay Mutha

Akshay Mutha is an Assistant Professor at the Grossman School of Business, University of Vermont. His research focuses on sustainable operations, particularly closed-loop supply chains and remanufacturing under uncertainty. He holds a Ph.D. in Operations Management from Pennsylvania State University (2018), an M.S. in Supply Chain Management from Nanyang Technological University (2008), and a B.S. from Government College of Engineering Pune, India (2004). His work addresses economic and environmental sustainability through strategic decision-making in reverse supply chains. Recent publications include analyses of B2B transactions in reverse logistics, inter-functional coordination in servicizing, and demand uncertainty management in remanufacturing.

Key research areas include remanufacturing operations, strategic network design for reverse logistics, and interdepartmental collaboration. His studies emphasize optimizing core acquisitions, inventory management, and profit coordination across functions. He has contributed case studies on companies like ReCellular Inc., highlighting real-world applications of sustainable practices.

His academic contributions span methodologies in operational research, production systems, and network optimization. While no awards are explicitly mentioned, his frequent publication output reflects active engagement in the field. Contact: akshay.mutha@uvm.edu or 55 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT 05405.