Radu Kares-Vrincianu

Radu Kares-Vrincianu is a Lecturer in Logistics and Supply Chain Management at the Saarland University of Applied Sciences since 2018. Prior to this, he gained extensive industry experience in logistics and operations at companies like Airbus, Kühne+Nagel, and GEFCO across Europe. He is currently pursuing a cooperative PhD between the University of Saarland (UdS) and htw saar, focusing on digital solutions for improving local supply in rural areas while preserving social shopping interactions.

• Education:
  • Master of Science in Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management, University of Huddersfield (UK)
  • Bachelor in Logistics Management, Université d’Aix en Provence (France)

Research Interests: His doctoral work explores hybrid digital-physical models for rural retail supply chains, emphasizing sustainable business practices and maintaining social engagement in local commerce. This aligns with his practical expertise in logistics optimization and operational efficiency.

University Affiliations:

• Member of the Cluster Logistics at htw saar
• Active in the Deutsch-Französischen Hochschulinstituts (DFHI) and the Bundesvereinigung Logistik (BVL)

Teaching Responsibilities: He instructs courses such as Production, Logistics, and Procurement (IBW program), Stock Management and Material Flow (DFHI), and Scientific Working and Seminar at the master’s level.