Tailor

Suitsupply; Toronto; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Autonomy

Growth opportunities

CSR commitment

40% product discount

Job summary

Suitsupply in Canada is seeking a skilled Tailor to deliver expert alterations and ensure perfect fit for our clients. You will work closely with store management and sales associates while maintaining a clean, organized tailor shop.

The ideal candidate has garment alterations experience, sewing proficiency, fabric knowledge, and excellent interpersonal skills. This full-time role requires a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Previous garment alterations experience, preferably men’s tailoring or formalwear.
• Proficient in sewing techniques and basic tailoring equipment.
• Strong understanding of fabrics, garment construction, and color perception.
• Excellent organizational and planning abilities for multiple alterations.

Responsibilities

• Perform expert alterations on suits, shirts, coats, blazers, and trousers.
• Accurately mark garments and ensure alterations meet high standards.
• Collaborate with sales associates for proper sizing and recommendations.
• Maintain a clean, organized tailor shop and functioning equipment.
• Provide high-level customer service with timely, precise alterations.

Skills

Garment alterations

Sewing techniques

Understanding of fabrics

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Tools

Basic tailoring equipment

Sewing machines

Job description

As a Tailor at Suitsupply, you will play a critical role in delivering an exceptional shopping experience by ensuring every garment fits our customers perfectly. You will work closely with store management and sales associates, performing expert alterations and adjustments to meet client needs. From precise tailoring to maintaining a well-organized tailor shop, you will uphold the high standards of craftsmanship and style that define Suitsupply. Your attention to detail and passion for quality will directly enhance the customer experience and strengthen the brand’s reputation for excellence.

What you will do:

• Perform expert alterations on men’s suits, shirts, coats, blazers, and trousers, including shortening/lengthening sleeves, tapering sides, lowering collars, adjusting trouser waist, and altering trouser length, thighs, and foot widths.
• Accurately mark garments and ensure all alterations meet the company’s high standards for fit and finish.
• Collaborate with sales associates to ensure proper sizing and garment recommendations for customers.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-functioning tailor shop, ensuring all equipment is in good working order.
• Provide high-level customer service by delivering timely and precise alterations, contributing to an elevated in-store experience.

Who you are:

• Previous experience in garment alterations, preferably in men’s tailoring or formalwear.
• Proficient in sewing techniques and the use of basic tailoring equipment and machines.
• Strong understanding of fabrics, garment construction, and color perception.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple alterations efficiently
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills; professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment.
• Willingness and availability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

What you will get:

• Competitive salary between $20 - $30 hourly for a full-time contract.
• Autonomy: We empower you to take ownership, make meaningful decisions, and drive impact without layers of sign-off.
• Growth: We see your potential as a key asset. At Suitsupply, you’ll have abundant opportunities to learn, grow, and excel in a supportive environment that encourages development at every step.
• Corporate Social Responsibility: Our commitment to sustainability and ethical business is unwavering. We work exclusively with suppliers who uphold the highest standards, in alignment with the International Labor Organization.
• Style: Immerse yourself in a world of beautifully crafted, high-quality products, and enjoy a 40% discount on Suitsupply products.