- Location
- 2600 S Post Oak Rd (View map)Houston, TX 77056USA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $27.17–33.98/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Sep 16, 2026
About Neiman Marcus
Neiman Marcus is an established U.S. luxury department store renowned for a curated assortment of high-end fashion, accessories and lifestyle products and for creating exceptional customer experiences. The brand is positioned within the Saks Global portfolio and is recognized for elevated in-store activations, exclusive events and a service-led retail philosophy.
Neiman Marcus seeks a skilled Tailor to conduct alterations, resizing, and restyling of luxury apparel merchandise across its store locations. The role demands proficiency in executing structural garment modifications—from seam alterations and sleeve adjustments to coat re-lining and pocket reconstruction—while maintaining the exacting quality standards established by the luxury retailer. The successful candidate will operate industrial sewing equipment, perform self-inspection of completed work, and collaborate with fitters to ensure optimal fit and construction integrity.
Role & Responsibilities
- Execute alterations to constructed garments, maintaining standards equal to or exceeding original construction quality
- Perform seam modifications (vented or unvented), shoulder blade adjustments, chest reductions, and shoulder narrowing
- Rotate and shorten sleeves; adjust back length, collar height, and shoulder squaring
- Shorten coats, re-line interiors, and remake or reconstruct inside and outside pockets
- Operate and maintain all sewing equipment to professional standards
- Conduct self-inspection of completed alterations to verify adherence to quality standards
- Interpret written and oral instructions from supervisors, leads, and management
- Complete assigned alteration tasks in accordance with supervisor direction
Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in a tailoring operation or industrial sewing environment
- Proficiency with a variety of garment styles and fabric types
- Ability to read and comprehend English instructions
- Competency in basic mathematical operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) across all units of measure
Skills
Experience
Experience in a tailoring operation or industrial sewing environment with exposure to a variety of garment styles and fabric types is preferred.
Education
Ability to read English and understand written and oral instructions; basic mathematics competency required.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 27.17 to USD 33.98 per hour.
Benefits
Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, voluntary benefits (critical illness, hospital, accident insurance), employee discount
Culture
Neiman Marcus emphasizes an elevated, customer-centric retail culture where meticulous service and attention to detail define the in-store experience. The retailer promotes a collaborative environment with clear pathways for career progression across retail, distribution, digital and corporate functions.
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
The luxury industry is characterised by a diverse and nuanced nomenclature. Esteemed houses frequently employ proprietary terminology, and even within a single organisation like Neiman Marcus, titles may vary across global markets to reflect local conventions. To ensure absolute clarity, Cerulean assigns a standardised, industry-coherent canonical title to every listing. However, it is worth noting that this role is functionally synonymous with «Alterations Specialist», «Master Tailor», «Garment Specialist», «Alterations Technician», and other variations. Our sophisticated search architecture anticipates these variations, ensuring that inquiries using related terms will seamlessly yield the exact roles you desire.