+ What we do

My Dear Watson is a boutique wardrobe design firm based in Chicago. We work with clients in-person in Chicago & virtually all over the U.S. We offer complete custom wardrobe design & management for busy women who want to look and feel their best. We take the guesswork out of getting dressed so our client's energy is spent on family, fulfilling work, and fun!

+ about the founders

Maegan & Karl are a husband and wife team striving to create a unique and fulfilling lifestyle for both their family and team. Maegan is the wardrobe expert and Karl manages behind the scenes. They live near Chicago with their son & chocolate lab. Maegan loves yoga and Karl loves snowboarding. Their son is definitely the coolest kid you'll ever meet.

+ Our philosophy

INNOVATE
Think outside of the box! There is no other company providing the level of service we offer to our clients. We don't tolerate the words "No" or "I can't"; anything is possible.

MAKE IT HAPPEN
Be a problem-solver. We move fast and we get things done.

QUALITY
We believe in creating the most incredible experience we can provide to our clients. Our standard is knock-your-socks-off-good. Quality clothing, clothing service, quality life, and quality people.

HANDLE YOUR BUSINESS
We are a team who can self-manage, work independently AND collaborate. No micro management, everyone has their job and gets it done. Be a part of what we are doing in whatever capacity is needed.

WE MEASURE OUTPUT (NOT TIME SPENT WORKING)
It’s not about working more hours, it’s about spending less time working, working efficiently and on the right things.

+ Why join our team?

FLEXIBILITY & FREEDOM #WORKFROMWHEREVER
OPPORTUNITY FOR GROWTH
INDEPENDENCE

 

 

SHIPPING MANAGER

(Telluride, CO)

 

WHO

 

DO YOU HAVE A HIGH ATTENTION TO DETAIL? THE ABILITY TO meticulously MANAGE MULTIPLE PROJECTS? WE ARE LOOKING FOR A SHIPPING MANAGER THAT WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR INCOMING/OUTGOING PACKAGES. 

THIS IS A PART-TIME POSITION LOCATED IN Telluride, CO

(HOURS WILL VARY BASED ON TIME OF YEAR).  

Early on in Maegan's career (before My Dear Watson was even on her radar) she managed a group of 100 employees that executed tasks similar to this position. Out of those 100 there were some who joked around while working and some who put on their headphones and got the job done fast and efficiently.  We want the latter, if that is you keep reading.  

 

SO WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING? 

  • UNPACKING CLIENT ORDERS

  •  INSPECTING GARMENTS, SHOES, ACCESSORIES FOR QUALITY 

  • PACKAGING CLIENT'S WARDROBES AND SCHEDULING PICK-UP

  • FACILITATING RETURNS

  • INVOICING 

Position Snapshot: WHEN OUR WARDROBE DESIGNERS SHOP FOR CLIENTS, THEY SHOP ONLINE.  AS A RESULT WE HAVE A LOT OF PACKAGES DELIVERED THAT NEED TO BE UNPACKED, INSPECTED FOR QUALITY, PACKAGED UP AND SENT TO THE CLIENT. YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS ENTIRE PROCESS FROM START TO FINISH. OPENING BOXES, ORGANIZING RECEIPTS, MAKING SURE THAT ALL RETURNS ARE ACCOUNTED FOR, packaging up boxes and scheduling pick ups. You make sure that our clients get what was ordered for them, make sure it meets our standards and make sure that we charge the client correctly. 

 

This position has a flexible schedule but their will be deadlines you will need to meet. 

 

THIS POSITION IS FOR YOU IF:

 

  • You learn computer related tasks fast and are efficient online

  • You are passionate about doing every task assigned to you to the best of your ability

  • YOU WORK WELL WITH A TEAM OF FAST MOVING PEOPLE

  • YOU TAKE RESPONSIBILITY AND ARE HIGHLY ORGANIZED AND EFFECTIVE

  • YOU BELIEVE IN THE PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE. NOT JUST GETTING SOMETHING DONE, BUT RISING TO THE OCCASION AND FIGURING OUT HOW MAKE SOMETHING GREAT

  • YOU HAVE AN EYE FOR DETAILS AND CAN CATCH THE TINY DETAILS

  • YOU CAN HANDLE MULTIPLE PROJECTS AT ONCE

  • YOU CAN DEAL WITH PRESSURE AND HIGH EXPECTATIONS

  • YOU’RE GOOD AT FINDING THE PROBLEM AND COMING UP AND IMPLEMENTING A SOLUTION

  • YOU’RE ABLE TO TAKE CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM TO BETTER YOURSELF AND YOUR “PRODUCT”

  • You're thoughtful, kind and mindful

  • You Appreciate & welcome constructive feedback 

 

Why SHould You be interested in this job?

 

  • You'll Work with an awesome team

  • You'll have THE FLEXIBILITY & FREEDOM TO make your own hours

  • You'll WORK with a business THAT is HELPING PEOPLE improve their lives