Saks Global Master Tailor
- Location
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Compensation
- $29.48–36.86/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- May 5, 2026
About Saks Global
Saks Global is a leading multi‑brand luxury retailer operating several marquee names in North American luxury retail. The organisation positions itself at the intersection of premium merchandising and data‑driven customer service, leveraging technology and partnerships with top maisons to deliver highly personalised, elevated shopping experiences across store and digital channels.
Master Tailor at Saks Global in Mountainside, NJ — onsite luxury alterations role, $29.48–$36.86/hr, MTM and bespoke tailoring expertise required.
Role & Responsibilities
- Produce high‑quality altered and made‑to‑measure garments within established time and productivity standards while maintaining exceptional finish and fit.
- Apply expert garment construction knowledge to determine appropriate alteration methods, materials and finishing for a wide range of luxury fabrics and product categories.
- Take measurements, complete MTM forms and draft or drape patterns to create custom garments and bespoke adjustments.
- Execute specialty techniques including leather work, double‑face fabric handling, complex tailoring, fur work and functional/imitation buttonholes.
- Press, spot and finish garments to luxury retail standards; ensure consistent final quality of all altered merchandise.
- Deliver outstanding client service by building and sustaining customer relationships and representing Saks Global customer service principles.
- Follow all store and alterations workroom policies and safety procedures; maintain a clean, organised and secure work environment.
- Collaborate closely with the Alterations Manager and cross‑functional store teams to support departmental and company initiatives.
- Contribute to continuous improvement by sharing technical expertise, supporting training and adopting new processes as required.
Qualifications
- Minimum 7+ years of fine tailoring and Made‑to‑Measure (MTM) experience working with high‑end merchandise.
- Proven technical competence in tailoring and garment construction across a broad range of fabrics and categories.
- Demonstrated ability to draft and drape patterns and to complete MTM documentation accurately.
- Experience with specialty techniques (leather, double‑face, complex tailoring, fur, functional/imitation buttonholes).
- Strong pressing, spotting and finishing skills specific to luxury apparel.
- Excellent client‑facing skills, with the ability to build and maintain lasting customer relationships.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced retail environment and to contribute to team objectives.
- Creative problem‑solving aptitude and a track record of delivering results within a complex organisation.
Skills
Experience
Minimum seven years of professional fine tailoring and made‑to‑measure experience with high‑end luxury apparel; proven record of producing bespoke garments and executing complex alteration techniques.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; formal training, apprenticeship or certification in tailoring/garment construction preferred.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Mountainside, New Jersey, USA, with easy access to New York City.
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, and voluntary benefits (e.g., critical illness, hospital and accident insurance); employee discount.
Culture
The organisation cultivates a fast‑paced, client‑centric retail culture focused on delivering bespoke luxury experiences. Colleagues are encouraged to develop technical mastery, collaborate across functions, and grow within a large multi‑brand luxury retail environment undergoing transformation and digital innovation.
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 Saks Global, 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 «Senior Tailor», «Made-to-Measure (MTM) Tailor», «Bespoke Alterations Specialist», «Luxury Alterations Tailor», and other variations. Our sophisticated search architecture anticipates these variations, ensuring that inquiries using related terms will seamlessly yield the exact roles you desire.