Alterations & Fitting Specialist

Nordstrom, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and

Paid Time Away

Life Insurance and Disability

Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources

Job summary

Nordstrom, Inc. is seeking a Tailor/Fitter to provide exceptional service through expert alterations. The role involves measuring customers, performing fittings, and completing alterations to Nordstrom standards.

You will work with the Alterations & Store Team to meet productivity goals and educate customers on fit and style. Candidates should have 2–3 years of tailoring experience, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous fitting, tailoring, and sewing experience (preferred 2–3 years).
• Clear, professional communication with coworkers and customers.
• Ability to stay organized and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and safely operate sewing and pressing machinery and equipment.
• Flexible schedule based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Measure customers for size and alterations.
• Perform and complete customer fittings on time and sew alterations per Nordstrom guidelines.
• Meet department and individual productivity goals following processes.
• Use store technology to manage and organize alteration needs.
• Deliver customer expectations through teamwork with Alterations & Store Team.
• Educate customers and employees on fit, style, construction, and trends.

Skills

Fitting experience

Sewing expertise

Customer communication

Tools

Sewing machines

Pressing machinery

Job description

Nordstrom, Inc. is seeking a Tailor/Fitter to provide exceptional service through expert alterations. The role involves measuring customers, performing fittings, and completing alterations to Nordstrom standards.

You will work with the Alterations & Store Team to meet productivity goals and educate customers on fit and style. Candidates should have 2–3 years of tailoring experience, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.