Trailer Planner - Europe

DB Schenker; Basildon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a proactive Trailer Planner in Basildon, UK. This role is central to European road freight operations, focusing on optimizing trailer movements and ensuring compliance with transport regulations. Ideal candidates will have experience in transport planning and strong problem-solving skills. The position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for career development and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Pension scheme (up to 6% employer contributions)

Private healthcare

Career paths and development opportunities

33 days holiday including bank holidays + day off for your birthday

One day paid volunteering per year

Extensive fitness and well-being programme

Qualifications

• Experience in transport planning, road freight, or a similar logistics environment.
• Strong knowledge of European geography and transport regulations.

Responsibilities

• Planning and coordinating trailer movements across Europe.
• Optimizing trailer loads to maximize space and cost-efficiency.
• Managing and resolving transport issues.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Organization

Education

Experience in transport planning

Tools

Transport Management Systems

Job description

At DB Schenker, you are part of a global logistics network that connects the world. A network that allows you to shape your career by encouraging you to contribute and truly make a difference. With more than 76,000 colleagues worldwide, we welcome diversity and thrive on individual backgrounds, perspectives and skills. Together as one team, we are Here to move.

Trailer Planner - Europe

Join Our Team!

We are looking for a proactive and detail-focused Trailer Planner to join our dynamic logistics team. In this role, you’ll be at the heart of our European road freight operations, ensuring goods move smoothly and efficiently across borders.

Location: Basildon, UK

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 to 17:30

What Will You Be Doing?

• Planning and coordinating trailer movements across Europe, ensuring on-time deliveries.
• Optimizing trailer loads to maximize space and cost-efficiency.
• Building strong relationships with hauliers, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Managing and resolving any transport issues, including delays or route changes.
• Monitoring trailer movements and providing regular updates to customers.
• Ensuring compliance with transport regulations and documentation requirements.
• Working closely with customs and border teams to facilitate smooth cross-border transit.
  
  

About You

• Experience in transport planning, road freight, or a similar logistics environment.
• Strong knowledge of European geography and transport regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Great communication skills – confident liaising with drivers, suppliers, and customers.
• Highly organized with keen attention to detail.
• A team player with a flexible, can-do attitude.
• Familiarity with transport management systems (TMS) is a plus.
  
  

What We Offer

• Pension scheme (up to 6% employer contributions)
• Private healthcare
• Career paths and development opportunities
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays + day off for your birthday.
• One day paid volunteering per year.
• Extensive fitness and well-being programme
  
  

Next Steps

Apply now by following the provided links and attaching your CV.

At DB Schenker, we celebrate and value our diverse workforce. We are committed to further enhancing diversity and welcoming applicants of all genders, ages, abilities, nationalities, religions, and sexual orientations.

Please be aware that successful candidates will be subject to necessary right-to-work checks for the UK, a 5-year referencing process and a criminal records check.

To be considered for this position you must have valid rights to work and live in the UK.