Saks Fifth Avenue Alterations Associate
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $25.64–32.05/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Jun 5, 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.
Saks Fifth Avenue seeks an experienced Alterations Associate in Miami, FL. Luxury tailoring role requiring 3+ years fitting expertise. $25.64–$32.05/hr.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional customer service aligned with Saks Fifth Avenue service principles during all fittings and alterations consultations
- Execute alterations on a comprehensive range of luxury garments, ensuring technical precision and quality workmanship
- Operate standard sewing, pressing, and spotting equipment as well as specialty machines including double-blind, buttonhole, cover-stitch, and leather equipment
- Make informed alteration decisions during customer fittings, leveraging technical expertise to achieve optimal fit and garment integrity
- Maintain the alteration workroom to the highest standards of cleanliness, organization, and safety
- Contribute to departmental and company initiatives while meeting individual performance and productivity targets
- Support store and brand initiatives as required
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of hands-on fitting and tailoring experience in high-end merchandise
- Advanced technical proficiency with specialty skills such as leather working, knit alterations, double-faced fabrics, beading, fine tailoring, and buttonhole construction
- Demonstrated expertise with standard sewing, pressing, and spotting equipment
- Proficiency with specialty machines: double-blind, buttonhole, cover-stitch, and leather equipment
- Deep knowledge of luxury merchandise fabrication, styling, and alteration techniques
- High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3 years of hands-on fitting and tailoring experience in high-end luxury merchandise, demonstrating proficiency across a diverse range of garments and specialized techniques such as leather work, knit alterations, and fine tailoring.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Miami, Florida, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 25.64 to USD 32.05 per hour.
Benefits
Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, voluntary benefits including critical illness and accident insurance, employee discount.
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
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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