Alterations Associate

Saks Fifth Avenue Llc; Scottsdale, Northern (AZ, KY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee discount

Job summary

Neiman Marcus is seeking a Tailor to perform alterations, resizing and restyling of merchandise in stores. You will support fitters in achieving objectives with attention to fit, alterability, and structural quality of apparel.

The role requires experience in tailoring and the ability to read instructions in English. A strong mathematical ability for measurements is also important in this fast-paced luxury retail environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a tailoring operation or industrial sewing environment preferred.
• Ability to read English and understand instructions from supervisor.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure.

Responsibilities

• Alter constructed garments to meet quality standards set by Neiman Marcus, equal or better than original construction.
• Alter seams, shoulders, sleeves, collars, and linings as required.
• Operate sewing equipment and inspect completed work for quality.

Skills

Tailoring experience

Reading English

Arithmetic ability

Job description

Salary Range $27.17 - $33.98* Job Description:

WHO WE ARE:

Neiman Marcus is a leading luxury retailer that provides a curated product assortment, unparalleled services, and exclusive activations for customers in Pursuit of the Extraordinary. It is known for creating the Neiman Marcus magic through exceptional customer experiences including the Neiman Marcus Awards, Fantasy Gifts, seasonal campaigns, and "Retail-tainment" initiatives. 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. It serves customers across its 34 stores, digital channels, and through remote selling. It is part of Saks Global's portfolio of world-class luxury retailers and real estate assets.

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
• Interpret 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 NEIMAN MARCUS:

• 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

SALARY AND OTHER BENEFITS:

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include market, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

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).

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.

Saks Global is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Exemplar Luxury Group is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

Exemplar Luxury Group is a world-renowned luxury ecommerce destination. The company’s unique approach combines a focus on the digital customer experience with a strong connection to a network of extraordinary stores that extends that seamless experience into the real world. On its website and app, Exemplar Luxury Group offers an unparalleled selection of curated merchandise across fashion for women and men, beauty, jewelry, home décor and more. In addition to the shopping experience, customers come to Exemplar Luxury Group for inspiring editorial content, access to digital stylists, lifestyle experiences and other world-class services. The company is currently in the midst of a dramatic expansion, driven by significant enhancements to its platforms and offerings, with the goal of becoming the preeminent destination for luxury internationally.