The Cargo Handling Corporation Limited, a private company with state shareholding, is responsible for handling activities in the Port : loading, unloading, delivery and reception of containers and general cargo.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates who wish to be considered for employment in the following positions: –

1. Chief of Procurement and Stores
2. Head of Stores

1. Chief of Procurement and Stores

The Chief of Procurement and Stores shall oversee the Procurement and Inventory Units of the Organization and will be accountable for:

(a) Directing and managing all Procurement and Inventory functions of the Company.

(b) Planning, formulating, and executing effective Procurement and Inventory Management strategies to address organizational requirements.

Candidates should possess:

 A. Higher School Certificate or at least 2 GCE “A” Levels and

B. Either

(a) A professional Diploma in Purchasing and Supply from the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS – UK) with at least 8 years’ experience in Procurement/Inventory field; or

(b) A Degree in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management from a recognised institution plus at least 8 years’ experience in Procurement/Inventory field; or

(c) A Degree in Management/Administration/Accounting/Finance/ Engineering from a recognised institution plus at least 8 years’ experience in Procurement/Inventory field; or

(d) A Degree in Logistics & Supply Chain Management from a recognized institution plus a minimum of 8 years’ experience in Procurement/Inventory fields.

 Required Skills/Attributes:

(i) Proven team management skills.

(ii) Be a strategic thinker and possess ability to make decisions, exhibit sound and accurate judgment and make timely decisions.

(iii) Strong and effective oral and written communication as well as presentation skills.

(iv) Possess a higher degree of confidentiality, integrity and a high service of professional ethnics.

(v) Good I.T skills.

(vi) Proactive approach to face challenges and achieve results.

(vii) Have good knowledge of management of stock items.

The post carries salary in scale Rs 43,675 x 1100 – 48,075 x 1600 – 52,875 x 2250 – 57,375 x 2975 – 69,275 x 3975 – 97,100

Salary will be negotiable within the scale and commensurate on candidate’s qualification and experience.

2. Head of Stores

The Head of Stores will be managing the Stores Unit of the organization and will be responsible for the following: –

(a) To renew and implement an effective strategy to meet organizational needs.

(b) To advise Management on inventory activities and on best strategy to effectively manage and keep stock items.

 Qualification and Experience Requirements:

A: Higher School Certificate or at least 2 GCE “A” Levels and

B: Either

(a) A Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply from the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS – UK) plus a minimum of 5 years’ experience in Procurement/Inventory fields; or

(b) A Degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management from a recognized institution plus a minimum of 5 years’ experience in Procurement/Inventory fields; or

(c) A Degree in Logistics & Supply Chain Management from a recognized institution plus a minimum of 5 years’ experience in Procurement/Inventory fields; or

(d) A Degree in Management/ Administration/ Inventory Management/ Accounting/ Finance or equivalent from a recognized institution and at least 5 years’ experience in Procurement/Inventory fields.

 Required Skills / Attributes:

(i) Good analytical and problem-solving skills.

(ii) Fully conversant with the Public Procurement Act 2006 and Public Procurement Regulation.

(iii) Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

(iv) Be a good team player.

(v) Be able to create and implement innovative solution in regard to Inventory Management.

(vi) Possess good IT skills.

(vii) Have a good knowledge of management of stock items including spare parts.

(viii) High degree of confidentiality, integrity and ethics.

(ix) Good communication skills.

The post carries salary in scale Rs 40,375 x 1100 – 48,075 x 1600 – 52875 x 2250 – 57,375 x 2975 – 69,275 x 3975 – 85,175

Salary will be negotiable within the scale and commensurate on candidate’s qualification and experience.

A. Terms of Engagement

The offer of employment for the two (2) Posts may be on establishment with one year’s probation or on a contract basis for an initial period of 2 years with possibility of renewal.

B. Mode of Application :

Application Form and additional information with regards to the vacant posts are accessible on the “Download Documents” on the right-hand side of this advertisement.

If you feel you have the right profile, you are invited to send the prescribed application form together with the following documents by post: –

1. Full CV.
2. Copies of qualifications, birth certificate, marriage certificate (if applicable) and national identity card.
3. Documentary evidence relating to work experience.
4. A valid copy of your certificate of character issued not later than last three months.
5. The onus for submission of equivalence of qualification (if applicable) from relevant Authorities rests on the candidates.

C. Submission of Application and Closing date (Posts 1 and 2)

• Applications must be received at the latest by 11.12.2026 at 15 00 hrs.
• Prospective candidates should clearly indicate the post applied for in the top left-hand corner of the envelope.
• Failure to submit the requested documents may lead to rejection of application.
• Applications should be made on the prescribed Application Form.
• Applications received after the closing date and time will not be considered.

D. CHCL reserves the right to call only the best qualified candidates for interviews or may not make any appointment following this advertisement.

Applications should be addressed to:

The Officer-In-Charge
Cargo Handling Corporation Limited
Mer Rouge
Port Louis
P.O Box 285