Custom Stylist

Billy Reid, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous product discounts

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Employer matched 401(k) plan

Job summary

Billy Reid, Inc. is seeking a Custom Stylist for its San Francisco showroom. The position involves building client relationships, becoming a specialist in custom men's and women's wear, and guiding clients through personalized wardrobe planning. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in direct sales and exceptional communication skills. The role offers a competitive base salary of $45,000 – $60,000 plus commission, alongside benefits like medical insurance and generous product discounts.

Qualifications

• Experience in direct sales with a creative and strategic approach.
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Become a specialist in men's and women's wear.
• Build a book of clients through prospecting.
• Conduct personalized wardrobe planning in showrooms.
• Guide clients through custom garment creation.
• Maintain ongoing relationships with clients.

Skills

Direct sales experience

Client relationship skills

Strong eye for detail

World class communication

Organizational skills

Entrepreneurial spirit

Job description

Description

Billy Reid began designing almost 20+ years ago, with the intention of creating clothes he would want to wear - pairing beautiful fabrics with impeccable construction. Founded with a deep sense of community and goodwill, the flagship store opened in Billy’s hometown of Florence, Alabama in 2005. Today, the ageless American brand maintains its commitment to thoughtfully crafted, timeless style for life’s most cherished experiences.

THE BRAND

Whether you’re shopping in one of our 19 shops across the country or browsing our e-commerce site, we want you to feel welcomed. We appreciate warm, talented, collaborative people to help grow our brand

OUR CULTURE

• Creative + Collaborative
• Fun, yet fast-paced
• Belief in anything is possible
• Everyone Matters

THE OPPORTUNITY

Our San Francisco Custom Showroom is seeking a Custom Stylist who has a strong affinity to premium products and a love of working with people to guide clients through the custom experience. Our ideal candidate is someone who makes connections, builds relationships, and pursues opportunities

You will make an impact by:

• Becoming a men’s and womenswear specialist based on our training & development of client measurements, fabric knowledge, customizations, alterations, and sales psychology
• Proactively building a book of clients through different prospecting efforts (outreach, events, etc.) and building upon recurring client relationships
• Setting appointments and meeting with clients in our showrooms to conduct personalized wardrobe planning for both casual and professional looks
• Guiding clients through the custom experience, helping them choose fabrics, buttons, embroideries, and every detail that goes into hand crafting a one-of-a-kind custom garment
• Maintaining personal relationships with our clients from their first interaction through purchase, delivery and ongoing orders

SERVICE, CULTURE, & ENVIRONMENT

• Be Kind.
• Be openminded
• Lead by example
• Work scheduled shifts
• Greet all customers with warmth & Sincerity
• Create an environment of hospitality
• Handle all customer concerns in a proactive, positive manner.
• Create a safe, ethical & clean work environment for all customers and Employees
• Build positive team relationships within your store and across the company.
• Demonstrate ownership & accountability.
• Exemplify Billy Reid Culture & the 5B’s
• a) Be Welcoming
• b) Be Hospitable
• c) Be Curious
• d) Be Knowledgeable
• e) Be Thankful

THE COMPENSATION

We believe in rewarding performance, entrepreneurial spirit, and exceptional client experience. This role offers a competitive base salary plus commission structure with strong earning potential for high-performing sales professionals.

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $45,000 – $60,000 annually. This role is also eligible for commission and incentive compensation based on individual performance and business results.

THE BENEFITS

• Generous product discounts
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Employer matched 401(k) plan

THE PLACE

San Francisco’s Jackson Square Historic District blends Gold Rush-era charm with modern sophistication, featuring cobblestone streets, preserved 19th-century architecture, and a curated mix of luxury retail, art galleries, and top-tier design firms. Nestled between North Beach and the Financial District, this stylish enclave offers a quiet, upscale escape in the heart of the city—where history and high design meet.

THE PROCESS

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity, have commitment to quality and thrive off working with smart, creative people, submit your resume and apply here.

Requirements

• Direct sales experience – creative & strategic in approach
• Excellent client relationship skills (new business development, sales, client facing roles)
• Prior affiliation with successful customer-facing businesses, preferably in the luxury industry; having a natural ability to connect with clients and comfortably handle all personality types
• Strong eye for detail & organizational skills
• World class communication & interpersonal skills; written and verbal, handling yourself with confidence internally to peers and externally to clients
• Independent decision-making skills with the ability to self-manage; whether it be your book of business
• An entrepreneurial spirit - you take initiative to get things done