Senior Transport Planner – Tanker Logistics Leader

schenk; Eastham Village; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Tech scheme

Schenk Perks access

Discounts on brands

Job summary

Schenk UK is seeking an experienced Senior Transport Planner to join our Planning team at the Eastham site.

You will lead the planning of driver and vehicle resources, oversee daily transport plans, and optimise routes across the UK. The role requires strong leadership, advanced planning, and the ability to manage complex operational challenges with a focus on safety, compliance, and service excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven senior planning experience in transport/logistics.
• Strong knowledge of UK geography and tanker operations.
• Advanced understanding of transport legislation and compliance.
• Excellent problem solving and stakeholder communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate planning of driver and vehicle resources.
• Oversee daily transport plans and communicate with drivers and customers.
• Optimise route planning and resource utilisation using TMS (Microlise) and Excel.
• Monitor KPIs (OTIF, mileage, utilization) and drive improvements.
• Ensure compliance with WTD and drivers’ hours.
• Mentor junior planners and contribute to process improvements.
• Report incidents, defects and compliance documentation.

Skills

Senior planning

Transport planning

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

MS Excel

UK geography

Tools

Microlise

MS Excel

Job description

Schenk UK is seeking an experienced Senior Transport Planner to join our Planning team at the Eastham site.

You will lead the planning of driver and vehicle resources, oversee daily transport plans, and optimise routes across the UK. The role requires strong leadership, advanced planning, and the ability to manage complex operational challenges with a focus on safety, compliance, and service excellence.