Tailor & Alterations Specialist

Nordstrom, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision

Dental

Retirement & PTO

Life Insurance

Disability

Merchandise Discount

EAP Resources

Job summary

Nordstrom, Inc. is seeking a Tailor/Fitter who delivers exceptional service through skilled alterations. You will measure, fit, and tailor garments, ensuring on-time completion and adherence to Nordstrom standards.

The role requires experience in fittings and sewing, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple requests in a fast-paced retail environment. A flexible schedule and teamwork are essential to success.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Fitting experience

Sewing experience

Communication skills

Time management

Flexibility

Job description

Nordstrom, Inc. is seeking a Tailor/Fitter who delivers exceptional service through skilled alterations. You will measure, fit, and tailor garments, ensuring on-time completion and adherence to Nordstrom standards.

The role requires experience in fittings and sewing, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple requests in a fast-paced retail environment. A flexible schedule and teamwork are essential to success.