Marcela Castro

Marcela Castro

Professor

Contact:
Polytechnic University of Setúbal
Escola Superior de Ciências Empresariais
Highest degree: Doctorate
Degree name: Doctorate in Business Administration
Area of expertise: Social sciences
Skills: Marcela Souto Castro is a Professor at the Universidade Politécnica de Setúbal and holds a Doctorate in Business Administration from Rennes School of Business. Her academic work centers on research and teaching in Supply Chain Management, with particular emphasis on logistics and the integration of emerging technologies.
Dr. Castro has authored several academic publications in the fields of supply chain management and logistics. Her research interests include supply chain design and management, as well as the impact of new technologies on organizational and operational performance.
In parallel with her academic career, she has provided consulting and professional training to large national and multinational organizations, including TIM, Endesa, Claro, Avon, GSK, Vale, Souza Cruz, Estaleiro Atlântico Sul, and Valesul. Prior to joining academia, she accumulated professional experience in commercial and managerial roles at companies such as ENEL, General Electric, Repsol YPF, and Turbomeca.
Research Expertise: Economics & Business
E3UDRES2 Areas of interest: Resilient Economy and Innovation for Regions