Neiman Marcus Tailor
- Location
- BergenNew JerseyUSA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $29.48–36.86/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Jun 2, 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 hiring Tailor in Bergen, United States—alterations specialist at $29.48–$36.86/hr with benefits package.
Role & Responsibilities
- Execute alterations to constructed garments meeting or exceeding Neiman Marcus quality standards, including seam modifications, shoulder blade adjustments, chest reduction, and shoulder narrowing
- Perform advanced tailoring operations such as sleeve rotation, sleeve shortening, back shortening, collar adjustment, and shoulder squaring
- Conduct coat alterations including shortening, relining, and pocket reconstruction or replacement
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot all sewing equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety
- Perform self-inspection of completed alterations to verify compliance with quality specifications before delivery
- Interpret and execute alterations assignments provided by Supervisors, Leads, and Managers in both written and oral formats
- Assist fitters in achieving fit, alterability, and structural quality objectives through professional technical expertise
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 understand English instructions
- Competency in basic mathematics including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division across multiple units of measurement
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in a professional tailoring operation or industrial sewing environment with exposure to diverse garment styles and fabric types is preferred.
Education
Ability to read English and understand written and verbal technical instructions.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Bergen, New Jersey, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 29.48 to USD 36.86 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 and 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», «Garment Tailor», «Alterations Technician», «Bespoke Alterations Associate», and other variations. Our sophisticated search architecture anticipates these variations, ensuring that inquiries using related terms will seamlessly yield the exact roles you desire.