Neiman Marcus Alterations Specialist
- Location
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- $30.53–38.17/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- May 5, 2026
About Neiman Marcus
Neiman Marcus is a premier luxury retailer known for a curated assortment of designer apparel, exceptional customer service and experiential retail activations. The brand operates within the Saks Global portfolio and is recognised for high-touch clienteling, bespoke services and seasonal events that engage an upscale clientele across stores and digital channels.
Neiman Marcus in Scottsdale, AZ seeks a part-time Alterations Tailor. Hourly $30.53–$38.17. Provide expert fittings and luxury garment alterations.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver professional fittings and high-quality garment alterations for high-end merchandise, making on-the-spot alteration decisions during customer fittings.
- Model and uphold Saks Fifth Avenue customer service principles to create and develop excellent customer relationships.
- Achieve and exceed individual performance and productivity goals for the alterations workroom.
- Operate and maintain standard sewing, pressing and spotting equipment and authorised specialty machines.
- Follow all store, alteration workroom policies and tailor procedures to ensure a safe, compliant work environment.
- Maintain a clean, safe and organised workstation and support store/department initiatives and ad hoc responsibilities as required.
Qualifications
- Minimum three years of fitting and tailoring experience with high-end or designer garments.
- Proven ability to fit and perform alterations across a wide range of apparel types and fabrications.
- Technical proficiency or working knowledge in specialty techniques (leather, knits, double-face fabrics, beading, fine tailoring, buttonholes) is highly desirable.
- Ability to operate standard sewing, pressing & spotting equipment and specialty machines (e.g., double-blind, buttonhole, cover-stitch).
- Knowledge of luxury garment fabrication, styling and alterations industry best practices.
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Skills
Experience
Minimum of 3 years of hands-on fitting and tailoring experience with high-end merchandise, including demonstrated competency altering a wide variety of garments and working with specialty fabrics and construction techniques.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Scottsdale, Arizona, USA, within easy reach of Phoenix.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 30.53 to USD 38.17 per hour.
Benefits
Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, and voluntary benefits (critical illness, hospital and accident insurance).
Culture
Neiman Marcus emphasizes luxury service and craftsmanship, fostering a client-centric culture where attention to detail and elevated customer experiences are paramount. The organisation values diversity and inclusion and encourages collaborative teams that support bespoke, high-touch retail services.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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