Chanel Alteration Development Coordinator
- Location
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Posted
- Mar 20, 2026
About Chanel
Chanel is an independent French luxury maison renowned for haute couture, prêt‑à‑porter, accessories, fine jewelry and beauty. As an employer, the brand is recognized for its uncompromising standards of craftsmanship and artisanal ateliers, offering a highly creative, detail‑driven environment within a family‑owned structure.
Chanel — Alteration Development Coordinator in Seoul. Lead garment fittings and alteration development for couture and ready‑to‑wear.
Role & Responsibilities
- Coordinate the end‑to‑end alteration process for samples and pre‑production garments, from fit sessions through instruction issuance to ateliers and suppliers.
- Conduct and document fittings, produce precise alteration instructions and update technical packs/spec sheets to reflect approved changes.
- Liaise closely with design, patternmakers, technical development, production and external ateliers to ensure timely implementation of alterations and adherence to brand standards.
- Track sample status and alteration workflows, escalate production or quality risks and drive corrective actions to meet sampling deadlines.
- Maintain accurate records in PLM/sample tracking systems and prepare reports on fit issues, rework rates and development timelines.
- Support quality control by identifying recurring fit or construction defects and proposing sustainable technical solutions.
Qualifications
- Proven knowledge of garment construction, couture alteration techniques and sewing methods.
- Strong technical understanding of pattern making, grading and fit analysis.
- Demonstrable ability to read and update technical packs/specifications with high precision.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple simultaneous sample flows and strict deadlines.
- Clear, professional communication and the ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams and external ateliers.
Skills
Experience
Typically requires 3+ years of hands‑on experience in sample room, alteration or technical development roles within luxury apparel or couture environments, demonstrating a track record of managing fittings, issuing alteration instructions and working with external ateliers.
Education
Degree or diploma in Fashion Design, Fashion Technology, Textile Engineering or equivalent practical experience in garment construction.
Workplace
This position is based in Seoul, Seoul, South Korea.
Culture
The workplace emphasizes meticulous craftsmanship, discretion and reverence for artisanal techniques. Teams operate in a collaborative, fastidious environment where creative excellence and technical precision are equally valued.
About Cerulean
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