Alterations & Tailor Shop - Tailor - Bellevue Square

Nordstrom; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Nordstrom is seeking a Tailor/Fitter to provide exceptional service through expert craftsmanship in alterations and fittings at our Bellevue location.

You will measure customers, perform fittings and alterations, and collaborate with the store team while educating customers on fit, style, and construction. A flexible schedule and strong communication are essential to succeed in this fast-paced role.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of fitting, tailoring, and sewing experience.
• 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 standard alterations equipment.
• Flexibility to work schedule based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Measure customers for size and mark alterations.
• Perform fittings and alterations on time according to Nordstrom guidelines.
• Meet productivity goals while following processes.
• Use store technology to manage alteration needs.
• Collaborate with Alterations & Store Team.
• Educate customers and employees on fit, style, construction, and trends.

Skills

Tailoring experience

Sewing proficiency

Customer interaction

Tools

Sewing machines

Pressing equipment

Job description

Job Description

The ideal Tailor/Fitter provides each customer with the best possible service through the quality of their craft.

A day in the life…

• Measure customers for size, fit garments on customers, and mark areas requiring alterations
• Perform and complete customer fittings on time, and sewing alterations, according to Nordstrom guidelines and service standards
• Meet department and individual productivity goals while following proper processes and procedures
• Utilize store technology to manage and organize customer alteration needs
• Deliver customer expectations through teamwork and collaboration within the Alterations & Store Team
• Educate customers, and employees on proper fit, style, construction, and trend in a professional and friendly manner

You own this if you have…

• Previous fitting, tailoring, and sewing experience, preferred minimum of 2-3 years
• Clear, professional communication with coworkers and customers
• The ability to stay organized and prioritize multiple tasks and customer requests in a fast-paced environment
• A willingness to learn, and safely operate sewing and pressing machinery, and standard alterations equipment
• The ability to embrace a flexible working schedule based on business needs

Pay Range Details

The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations.

Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

$23.75 - $41.25 Hourly

Benefits

Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources

This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_07-14_Variable_ES-US.pdf

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.

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