The Max Planck Institute for Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics (MPI-CBG) in Dresden is an international research institute focusing on cell and developmental biology. Currently, approximately 500 employees from over 50 countries work in a highly collaborative and curiosity-driven environment, bringing together computer scientists, theoretical physicists, mathematicians, engineers, biologists, and medical researchers to conduct groundbreaking interdisciplinary research. The MPI-CBG is known for its flat organizational structure, collegiality, shared resources, equal opportunities, and family support. The institute has twice been voted “Best Place to Work” by The Scientist magazine.
Finance & Purchasing Administrative Support (m/f/d)
To strengthen our administration during the digital transformation and transition of our administrative processes to SAP S/4HANA, we are looking for a reliable and service-oriented colleague to support commercial administration in Finance and Purchasing.
Main Responsibilities:
In this role, you will act as a versatile all-rounder. Whether in Purchasing or Finance, you will support us wherever additional capacity is needed in day-to-day operations and help ensure that ongoing processes are handled reliably, accurately, and transparently.
Your tasks will include in particular:
Finance:
- processing daily accounting transactions
- supporting accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank management, and receivables management
- contributing to monthly and annual closing activities
- supporting further operational tasks in Finance as needed
Purchasing:
- supporting procurement and order processes in e-Procurement/SAP
- coordinating with internal requesters, external suppliers, and the relevant administrative teams
- maintaining administrative master data, records, and process documentation
- supporting goods receipt and warehouse-related processes
Your Profile:
- completed vocational training in a commercial, administrative, financial, or public-administration field, or comparable qualification
- initial administrative experience, preferably in purchasing, finance, invoice processing, or a comparable function; career starters also welcome
- confident use of SAP or a comparable ERP system, as well as MS Office, especially Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Knowledge of public procurement law (GWB, VgV, UVgO) is a plus
- very good German skills, at least C1 level, and good English skills, at least B1 level
- strong communication and teamwork skills, as well as intercultural awareness
- structured, reliable, and service-oriented working style, with the ability to keep an overview during busy periods
What we offer:
- Employment in full- (39 hours/week) or part-time with an initial 2-year contract
- Structured onboarding into Finance, Purchasing, and SAP processes
- A supportive team and the opportunity to gain practical experience in an international research institution
- Training and development opportunities, including through the Planck Academy
- Salary according to TVöD Bund up to EG 8
- Public-sector benefits including annual special payment, VBL pension scheme, and subsidy for the Deutschlandticket
- Health offers, support for work-life balance
- Home office upon agreement, where compatible with the role
Initial questions about the position can be addressed to Brian von Rueden, Head of Human Resources, via hr@mpi-cbg.de.
Please submit your complete application by 08.11.2026 via our online application system stating 2026-FinancePurchaseSupport-6000 via: https://careers.mpi-cbg.de/
Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics
Pfotenhauerstr. 108
01307 Dresden, Germany
http://www.mpi-cbg.de
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