Alterations Associate, Houston - Carolina Herrera (Fashion)

This job is with Puig , an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.The Alterations Associate will be responsible for all aspects of alterations, including pinning, fitting, marking, and altering of garments. The Alterations Associate is responsible for providing alterations services to customers in a professional and timely manner.What you'll get to doFit, alter, repair, and make made-to-measure clothing, according to customers' and manufacturing specificationsPartner with Sales Associates in servicing clients to provide exceptional service during fittingsAssemble garment parts and join parts with basting stitches, using needles and thread or sewing machines as necessaryFit on customers and ensure proper sizing and that alterations are to sales associates and customer's requirementsCommunicating with clients to understand their needs and speak to the alterations processWe'd love to meet you if you haveMust have knowledge of all alterations equipment and have experience in sewing dresses, altering high-end materials, and garments of complicated construction.Minimum 4 years experience in other boutique/ store environments, ideally with altering luxury garments.Knows how to interact with clients in fittingsHighly motivated, detailed and dedicated, and works efficiently under pressure.Responsible and able to complete projects on timeBend, kneel during fittings to accurately mark garments.Lift and carry garments (including gowns up to 10lbs)A few things you'll love about usAn entrepreneurial, creative and welcoming work cultureA range of learning and development opportunitiesAn international company with plenty of opportunities to growA competitive compensation & benefits package