Discover Retail |
| Contact |
Matthew Evans |
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| Telephone |
0844 669 3335 |
| Email |
info@discoverretail.co.uk |
| Website |
http://www.discoverretail.co.uk |
| Address |
Discover Retail Limited
, 8 Saville Street
, Bolton
, Lancs
, BL2 1BY |
| Description |
At DISCOVER RETAIL we believe that careers are one of the most important choices in an individual's life.
Recruiting, retaining and developing the best people are some of the most important factors of a company's life. From Store Manager to Resturant Assistant Manager.
We are driven to offer both job seekers and employers success by providing a positive customer experience through our honesty, professionalism, efficiency and knowledge. UK wide we connect, advise and support retail organisations with our specialised recruitment support. We find great performers for great positions. Our services add value and increase productivity.
People rely on us for a complete range of needs, from attracting and selecting one-of-a-kind candidates, integrating and managing entire recruitment processes, finding a new retail career or assisting in the next step of career development. We offer honest and clear advice.
If you are looking for retail/catering jobs then use our new retail job search to help you find your next retail career.
Let us help you DISCOVER your new horizons.
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| Job Title |
SALES CONSULTANT - DESIGNER JEWELLERY RETAILER - MANCHESTER |
| Location |
Manchester, Greater Manchester |
| Salary/rate |
£19000 - £24000/annum |
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| Job number |
128137705 |
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| Posted |
10/10/2008 (17:36) |
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Discover Retail |
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RETAIL SALES CONSULTANT – DESIGNER JEWELLERY RETAILER – MANCHESTER CITY CENTRE – SALARY UPTO £24,000
Our client is firmly acknowledged as one of today's leading designers in jewellery, timepieces and silverware, with a unique style which subtly combines sleek modern designs with a hint of classical tradition.
This is an opportunity to join a luxury retailer in the role of Sales Consultant within their highly successful concession in Manchester.
Key responsibilities of a Sales Consultant:
•Offering high levels of customer service.
•Stock management.
•Visual layout of store.
•Daily and weekly administration.
•Liaising closely with Head Office and Host Store.
What do we want from you?
•Outstanding customer service skills.
•Approachable and friendly manner.
•Very target and sales driven.
•Excellent motivator.
•Positive outlook and enthusiasm.
•Able to prioritise.
Your background will be in luxury retail, ideally with some jewellery experience and knowledge.
Let us DISCOVER your talent....
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| Contact name |
Laura Mason |
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DRMANLM |
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| Job Title |
STORE MANAGER - DERBY - GREAT PROGRESSION |
| Location |
DERBY, Derbyshire |
| Salary/rate |
£20000 - £25000/annum |
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| Job number |
128137692 |
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| Posted |
10/10/2008 (17:13) |
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Discover Retail |
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STORE MANAGER - DERBY - TOY RETAILER
SALARY - £22,000
BENEFITS
• NO Sunday working
• Performance related bonus schemes
• Annual holiday increasing with service
• Bank holiday pay
• Staff discount
• Contributory pension scheme
• Annual attendance bonus
• Incremental pay rewards for training achievements
• Work in the Derby
We are seeking a Store Manager for the UK's largest independent toy retailer with a continuing mission to be passionate about toys. It offers customers a wide range of toys, games, dolls, dressing up kits, puzzles and much more for all ages based on it’s ‘value for money’ principle. They are opening a Derby store in .
ROLE OF A STORE MANAGER:
• As a Store Manager, you will be able to deal with all terms of managing a store and be involved in all financial duties of a store.
• Store manager will lead, motivate and develop the team at white city.
• Maximise the toy sales potential of the white city store.
• Meet and toy sales targets.
• Work within a highly competitive market place where you must deliver structured guidance and motivation to your team to produce quality results and excellent customer service.
• Think smart and manage high volumes of stock to maximise product availability to your customers and consistently achieve sales above forecast.
Currently a Store Manager, General Store Manager, Branch Manager, Senior Deputy Manager, Deputy Manager, Multi site Manager or an area manager looking for a new challenge with a desire to work in Derby…
let us DISCOVER your talent…
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| Contact name |
Tomas Coulter |
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TC-SM-DBY |
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| Job Title |
VISUAL MERCHANDISER |
| Location |
LONDON, London |
| Salary/rate |
£16000 - £18000/annum |
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| Job number |
128137694 |
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| Posted |
10/10/2008 (17:08) |
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Discover Retail |
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SPECIALIST VISUAL MERCHANDISER – COVENT GARDEN – LONDON AREA
Our Client is an award winning outdoor retailer with over 30 stores throughout the UK, as well as online sales and a thriving mail order business. It is their mission to provide the best equipment, advice and information to like-minded people with a passion for the outdoors.
We are looking for a specialist visual merchandiser to pass on their expertise and flair to two high profile city centre based stores.
Your core responsibilities will be as a Visual
Merchandiser
•Using VM expertise to ensure strong phase floor layouts
•Creating exceptional Window and Manequin displays
•Ensuring that stores have the correct stock packages to create maximum effect
•Effective merchandising of in store promotions
•Creating an add on sales culture by effective outfit creation
•Liaising with head office and in store management team
•Training and support for in store team
•Supporting and contributing to company marketing campaigns
Core qualities required for a Visual Merchandiser
•A genuine passion and interest in the “outdoors”
•Strong merchandising skills imperative
•Fashion and technical product background
•Clothing and footwear would be an advantage but is not essential
•Strong willingness to learn
•Passionate and committed approach to work
•Strong analytical skills
•Ability to work to deadlines
•Ambitious and career focused
Benefits – Junior Merchandiser
•Private medical insurance after 2 years service
•Eligible to apply for Sabbatical after 2 years service
•Generous staff discount dependant on hours of 45-50% across the product range
•Eligible for pension scheme after 3 months probation
•Child care/Back to work schemes
•Heavily discounted courses and trips with relevant partners
•Recruitment bounty scheme
•Exceptional career development opportunities
•Job for Life concept
If you are a proactive Visual Merchandiser who is seeking a rewarding and challenging career opportunity, then look no further!
Let us DISCOVER your talent………..
Please Note Only successful applicants will be contacted….
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ASAP |
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| Contact name |
Steven |
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SHVMCOTLO |
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BUSINESS ANALYSIS - AMERSHAM - GREAT PROGRESSION |
| Location |
AMERSHAM, Buckinghamshire |
| Salary/rate |
£33000 - £37000/annum |
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| Job number |
113360284 |
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| Posted |
10/10/2008 (17:05) |
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Discover Retail |
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Job title: IT Business Analyst
Department: IT and Logistics
Reporting Line: Head of IT
Job Purpose
This role requires proactive individual who is able to effectively manage change across all areas of existing systems and business functions. Deploying existing company infrastructure and where appropriate new technologies to provide fully cost justified business solutions. Key functions will include the provision of business information, project management and the updating of IT policies and procedures.
The role will involve communication across all levels and areas of the business and will require some travel to stores or supplier offices.
Responsibilities
• Manage project life cycle from initial sign off and scope through to implementation and support.
• Ensure integrity and timeliness of all data interfaces between systems.
• Manage housekeeping and security of all data, both in-house and externally maintained (including back-ups and DR).
• Maintain and make use of business information tools and reporting systems to provide decision information to appropriate personnel.
• To meet with the service providers on a regular basis to ensure that they are meeting the agreed SLAs. Monitor and update SLAs as required to meet changing business needs.
• Ensure that any additions or changes to the service levels or infrastructure are documented correctly in accordance with the change control processes.
• Reviews and edits requirements, specifications, business processes and recommendations related to proposed solutions.
• Leads testing efforts of IT systems and interfaces.
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N/A |
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| Contact name |
Tomas Coulter |
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TC-AM-BA |
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STORE MANAGER - MARGATE - GREAT OPPORTUNITY |
| Location |
MARGATE, Kent |
| Salary/rate |
£30000 - £35000/annum |
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| Job number |
128137691 |
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| Posted |
10/10/2008 (17:03) |
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Discover Retail |
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STORE MANAGER
THANET, MARGATE, KENT
SALARY £30’000 TO £33’000
Benefits of a Store Manager:
• £30,000 - £33,000 depended on experience
• Bonus 10 - 20% of your salary annually
• Fast Career Progression
• Holidays
Company Information for Store Manager:
This is a leading retailer within its sector in Ireland; they have 7 retail stores in the UK and are planning on growing to 25 retail stores + over the next two years.
The company's goal is to provide consumers with an extensive range of high quality products at competitive prices. Future employees need dedication to give customers a memorable service; be able to think on your feet, go that extra mile, have desire and deliver autonomy, be forward thinking, enjoy a fast pace, be inspirational in leadership, maximise all business opportunities, introduce new innovative ideas and the essential ingredient needed is passion…
Skills required to be a Store Manager:
• Strong leadership with a "can do" mindset.
• Target and K.P.I driven with excellent cost control management.
• The ability to work in an autonomous environment with a limited support
structure.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Exceptional customer service.
• High standard of visual presentation and merchandising.
• The ability to manage a high turnover unit with a footprint of between 10-25,000
Sq Ft.
• An understanding of the need for flexibility particularly in peak trading.
• The desire to continually develop your business.
• Career driven Store Manager.
• Strong personality and presence.
• Outstanding leadership skills as a Store Manager.
• Dynamic persona.
• Adaptable and flexible in your management style and approach.
Key experience to be a Store Manager:
• We are looking for high calibre Store Manager who has at least 2 years experience as a Store Manager or Senior Assistant Manager or Senior Deputy Manager from a
high volume retailer.
• You will have the chance to influence the business with the implementation of
ideas and building a team. Merchandising, layout and the full accountability of the
store will drive you..
• You will currently be a Store Manager, Senior Deputy Manager, Senior Assistant Manager currently working for a well established large retail brand. You will be
currently working in large format sectors either supermarkets, food convenience,
Homewares or DIY.
• You will be efficient in a diverse and unique operation; be a manager that can
adapt through an ever changing growing business; have strong people
management skills; the qualities to drive your own success; hands on approach
in a business that doesn’t stand still!
let us DISCOVER your talent…
NB: Only successful candidates will be contacted
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Permanent |
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N/A |
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| Contact name |
Tomas Coulter |
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| Ref no |
TC/SM/TH |
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| Job Title |
STORE MANAGER- UNIQUE FOOTWEAR RETAILER |
| Location |
Guilford, Surrey |
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| Job number |
128137681 |
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| Posted |
10/10/2008 (15:55) |
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Discover Retail |
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STORE MANAGER SALARY UP TO £21K PLUS BONUS
It is our client’s vision to be the most wanted brand within innovation and comfort footwear. They can only attain that position by constantly and courageously investing in store managers and their teams.
They are now looking to recruit a store manager for their key footwear store in Guildford.
Role of Guildford Footwear Store Manager.
• Maximise store turnover.
• Maintaining high levels of customer service.
• Promoting the client’s brand.
• Motivate and develop individual staff.
• Create a highly effective and successful footwear team.
Store Manager Responsibilities
• Responsible for the sales of the store; both in pairage and turnover.
• Management and development of staff.
• Safety and security matters.
• Development of the store including marketing and promotional ideas/events.
• Understand and support client standards and concepts.
• Financial management including till operation and banking.
• Business management – analysis of sales achievements, product mix,
Customer profile, best sellers and replenishment.
• Staff management – recruitment, development, motivation, training,
Performance management, attendance control, disciplinary matters.
• Develop your own product knowledge and that of the Guildford footwear
Team.
• Effective efficient administration, produce regular store manager reports.
• Management of stock orders, delivery and control.
• Company policies and procedures.
• Health and safety.
• Store security.
• Promotion planning and implementation.
Store Manager Experience for Guildford
• Experienced store manager, or assistant manager level of a large store, ideally from either footwear or fashion retailer background.
• Staff management.
• Team building skills.
• Highly organised efficient individual
• Good understanding of how retailing, footwear business works.
• Good decision-maker, delegation skills.
• Use initiative and instigate promotional ideas and events.
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Permanent |
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N/A |
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ASAP |
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| Contact name |
Nigel Wimpenny |
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STORE MANAGER-PRUDHOE -NEW STORE OPENING |
| Location |
PRUDHOE, Northumberland |
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| Job number |
128137674 |
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| Posted |
10/10/2008 (15:07) |
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Discover Retail |
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STORE MANAGER based at PRUDHOE, NORTHUMBERLAND
SALARY £17000 TO £20000
Store Manager Benefits
• Work only 2 weekends in a typical month
• Store Manager KPI related bonus scheme up to 20% annual salary
• 31 days holiday including BH
• Staff discount 20%
• Staff voucher scheme
• Free Parking
• Fast Career Progression
• Store Manager contributory pension increasing to an additional 3% after 3 years service
• Healthcare after Store Manager probation period
• Employer benefits scheme for other retailers and holidays
• Uniform provided
• Autonomous role – running the business as it is your own
COMPANY INFORMATION FOR STORE MANAGER
Offering a wide range of retail merchandise; ladieswear, menswear, childrenswear, fashion, sportswear, electricals, household and gifts in Northumberland.
Retail products are branded or originally made for other high street stores and supermarkets.
Bringing local jobs for local people in Northumberland that would not normally be found, regenerating retail shopping centres that would otherwise remain empty, providing an increase in customer traffic for other retailers as well as themselves; breathing life into these otherwise quiet retail areas in Northumberland.
YOU MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS TO BE A STORE MANAGER
• Current STORE MANAGER
• Managing a fast paced retail store.
• Hands on retail Store Manager
• Team leadership
• People management
• Professional
• Excellent communicator
• Motivator
• Lead by example
• Take ownership of the retail store
• Set high visual merchandising skills
• Customer facing retail environment
IDEALLY YOU WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING TO BE A STORE MANAGER
• Enjoy working to tight deadlines
• Enjoy working in a fast paced RETAIL STORE
• Team oriented
• Enjoy a rewarding environment
• Display determination
• Meet and exceed sale expectations
• Healthy attitude to competition
• Natural leader
• Inspires others to succeed.
• Strong eye for detail
• Ability to learn new skills
• Drive to take your career to the next level.
ABOUT THE STORE MANAGER ROLE
• Maximise profit and minimise losses.
• Encouraged to use your own initiative, giving you the opportunity to make a real contribution towards the success of your retail store.
• Responsibility for the smooth running of the store and to achieve maximum sales within budgets
• Ensure that all staff are aware of all Company procedures, policies, rules and regulations and that they are adhered to at all times
• Store has the highest standards of presentation
• Audit requirements are met
let us DISCOVER your talent…
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| Contact name |
Nigel Wimpenny |
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| Job Title |
STORE MANAGER - FLAGSHIP STORE - NEW OPENING |
| Location |
Bath, Avon |
| Salary/rate |
£24000 - £26000/annum |
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| Job number |
128137654 |
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| Posted |
10/10/2008 (10:36) |
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STORE MANAGER to join a FASHION LIFESTYLE brand that offers something a bit different...SALARY UPTO £26'000.
Benefits:
•25 days holiday.
•Opportunities for promotion.
•Excellent training both on the job and through training courses.
•Company pension scheme.
•Excellent discount and special offers.
•Bonus scheme for the Bath Store Manager.
You will enjoy a competitive salary, benefits and excellent working conditions of employment in a progressive fashion and lifestyle company who truly believe in looking after their team.
An active lifestyle fashion brand with a culture of working hard but playing even harder, encouraging a sense of adventure and a passion for life! A culture which is reflected in all 140 stores especially Bath, through the range of clothing and accessories combining lifestyle with fashion and through the dedicated, passionate teams.
With opportunities for Store Manager development, new challenges and involvement in team events, this is an excellent chance to join in and learn something new. If you are an inspirational Store Manager, looking to reach your full potential with an exciting and expanding active fashion lifestyle brand in Bath, this is a great opportunity to take full responsibility for success and really make a difference.
We are looking for talented retail mgrs who feel relaxed in a dynamic environment, enjoy life to the full, have a real understanding of the importance of customer service, brand values, and a passion to develop and succeed in the Bath store.
Qualities required for the Store Manager:
•Passionate leader - creating a motivational environment and developing the team to provide inspirational customer service.
•Commercially aware - operational understanding and influencing commercial success, maximising profitability.
•Planner - planning to ensure tasks are competed within time schedules.
•Communicator - to build good relationships and delegate tasks.
•Inspiring - leading the team by providing exciting ways to deliver a unique customer experience.
Let us DISCOVER your talent ...
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| Contact name |
Laura Mason |
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ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER - OXFORD - GROWING RETAILER |
| Location |
OXFORD, Oxfordshire |
| Salary/rate |
£20000 - £23000/annum 20000 TO 23000 |
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| Job number |
128137646 |
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| Posted |
09/10/2008 (18:00) |
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Discover Retail |
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ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER – OXFORD
SALARY – upto £23’000
BENEFITS
• Fast growing business
• Autonomy
• Expanding stores – 7 new stores next year
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Hand on impact direct into the business
• You are a direct influence on the business - not just a number!
THE COMPANY
The U.K.’s fastest growing chain of outdoor superstores, they are specialists in what they do…knowledge is paramount to their success; they are committed to giving the right advice and having the right product at the right price…
THE ROLE of an ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER
• We need enthusiastic people who believe that going the extra mile for customers is what service is all about.
• Take responsibility for specific areas of activity from day to day, as assigned by the Store Manager
• To deputise for the Manager by being totally in charge of the store in their absence
• Attention to administration
• Day-to-day operation of a busy Outdoor Leisure store
• Uphold great customer service through training
• Encourage sales and achieve budgets
EXPERIENCE of an ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER
• Current Store Manager or Assistant Manager or Deputy Store Manager.
• Autonomy and financial accountability in your current role.
• Sound commercial knowledge.
• Sales and performance driver.
• Deliver and achieve KPI’s.
• Related outdoor product knowledge would be a strong advantage.
• Exceptional training and people skills.
• Ambition.
• Self Motivation.
• Pace.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Strong willingness to learn.
• An interest and personal passion for the outdoors.
In return for all your hard work the company will offer you an exciting and challenging career within a fresh and innovative business, and we’ll reward your enthusiasm, commitment and contribution with a competitive salary and unlimited opportunities for career progression.
let us DISCOVER your new career…
NB: only successful candidates will be contacted
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PERMANENT |
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| Contact name |
CHARLOTTE |
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