Tailor

Suitsupply; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Autonomy

Growth opportunities

Sustainability/CSR

Employee discount

Job summary

Suitsupply in Century City is seeking a skilled Tailor to deliver precise alterations and ensure each garment fits perfectly. You will work closely with store management and sales associates to meet client needs and uphold the brand’s standards of craftsmanship and style.

The role requires experience in men's tailoring or formalwear, proficiency with sewing equipment, and an eye for fabrics. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment and enjoy generous product discounts.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Garment alterations

Sewing techniques

Fabric knowledge

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer-facing

Flexible schedule

Tools

Tailoring equipment

Job description

As a Tailor at our Century City 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