Alterations Associate

Neiman Marcus; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Job summary

Exemplar Luxury Group is seeking a Tailor to conduct alterations, resizing and restyling of luxury apparel across Neiman Marcus stores. You will assist fitters with fit, alterability and structural quality of garments, ensuring workmanship meets brand standards.

Experience in a tailoring operation or industrial sewing environment is preferred. The role requires reading English, basic math, and the ability to follow supervisor instructions. Excellent attention to detail and quality are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a tailoring operation or industrial sewing environment.
• Ability to read English and understand instruction.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic across units of measure.

Responsibilities

• Alter constructed garments to meet quality standards.
• Alter sleeves, shoulders, and other dimensions as needed.
• Operate and maintain sewing equipment and self-inspect work.

Skills

Tailoring experience

Reading English

Mathematical skills

Tools

Sewing machine operation

Job description

Who We Are

Since 1907, Neiman Marcus has been a leader in luxury retail, providing a uniquely curated product assortment, unparalleled services and exclusive activations for customers in Pursuit of the Extraordinary. Known for creating Neiman Marcus magic through exceptional experiences, Neiman Marcus has a rich history as a brand builder, bringing together the world's top luxury designers and customers to foster a dedicated following for generations. We serve customers across our stores, digital channels and through remote selling. Neiman Marcus is part of Exemplar Luxury Group, the luxury collective uniting coveted brands with unrivaled customer experiences.

Job Description

YOU WILL BE: As a Tailor, you will be conducting alterations, resizing and restyling of all merchandise retailed in Neiman Marcus stores. You will assist fitters in achieving their goals with professional assistance with fit, alterability, and structural quality of apparel merchandise. WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Alter constructed garments to meet the standard of quality set by Neiman Marcus equal or better than original construction
• Alter seams vented or unvented, take in shoulder blades, reduce chest, narrow shoulders.
• Rotate sleeves, shorten sleeves
• Shorten back, shorten collar, and square shoulders
• Shorten coat, re-line coat, or remake inside or outside pockets
• Operate and maintain all sewing equipment
• Self-inspect completed work to ensure quality standards are met
• Complete alterations assigned tasks, as assigned by Supervisor/Lead
• nterpret a variety of instructions furnished in written and oral form
• Complete tasks assigned by Manager, Supervisor, or Lead WHAT YOU WILL BRING:
• Experience in a tailoring operation or industrial sewing environment, with exposure to a variety of garment styles and types of fabrics, is preferred.
• Ability to read English and understand instruction by Manager, Supervisor, or Lead
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure

Your Life And Career At Exemplar Luxury Group

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic fast paced environment at a company experiencing growth and transformation
• Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities across the largest multi-brand luxury retailer from retail to distribution, to digital or corporate
• Comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical, vision and dental)
• An amazing employee discount

Benefits: We offer the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, and a variety of additional voluntary benefits (such as critical illness, hospital and accident insurance).

Exemplar Luxury Group is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with Exemplar Luxury Group and would like to request special assistance or an accommodation, please contact [e-mail].

Salary Range $28.54 - $35.67*
Compensation for this role varies by geographic location. The listed range reflects multiple markets, including higher-cost areas. Actual starting pay will be determined based on work location, experience, and other job-related factors.