Saks Fifth Avenue Alterations Specialist
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $28.54–35.67/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Sep 24, 2026
About Saks Fifth Avenue
Saks Fifth Avenue is a premier luxury department store and a cornerstone of the Saks Global portfolio. Renowned for a carefully curated assortment of designer fashion and high-touch client service, the brand blends immersive in-store experiences with an elevated digital offering across its North American locations.
Alterations Specialist at Neiman Marcus in Chicago, FL—luxury garment tailoring and alterations role with Saks Global.
Role & Responsibilities
- Perform alterations to constructed garments to meet or exceed Neiman Marcus quality standards, including seam adjustments (vented/unvented), shoulder modifications, chest reduction, and shoulder narrowing
- Execute specialized tailoring tasks including sleeve rotation and shortening, back and collar shortening, shoulder squaring, coat shortening, relining, and pocket reconstruction
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot all sewing equipment and machinery used in the alterations operation
- Conduct self-inspection of completed alterations to verify compliance with quality standards before release to customer
- Interpret and execute written and oral instructions provided by Supervisors, Leads, and Management
- Collaborate with fitters and retail associates to assess garment alterability and communicate any limitations or special considerations
Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in a tailoring operation or industrial sewing environment
- Proficiency in altering garments across diverse styles and fabric types
- Ability to read and comprehend English and understand verbal instructions
- Proficiency in basic mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) across all units of measure
- Knowledge of garment construction, fit principles, and structural quality standards
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. No formal education level specified.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Chicago, Florida, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 28.54 to USD 35.67 per hour.
Benefits
Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, employee discount, and voluntary benefits including critical illness, hospital, and accident insurance.
Culture
Saks Fifth Avenue emphasizes a high‑standard, client‑centric retail culture that fuses creative visual storytelling with commercial rigor. The environment rewards initiative and offers cross‑functional career mobility across retail, digital and corporate disciplines within the Saks Global portfolio.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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