Chapter 213: Director Su is destined to be a big businesswoman in the future

Chapter 213: Director Su is destined to be a big businesswoman in the future

Su Taotao didn’t beat around the bush with Director Hao and got straight to the point:

"Our coconut candy has been selling like hotcakes recently, and we need to increase production. I’m talking about increasing production tenfold, maybe even a hundredfold."

Director Hao was shocked. He looked at the coconut candy in his hand, then at Su Taotao, and finally managed to say, "Didn’t you say it was just a small workshop and that the small amount of sugar you ordered would suffice?"

The amount of sugar they had ordered initially didn’t even meet the delivery standard, and they had to come and pick it up themselves.

How could production capacity have expanded so much in such a short time?

Is the coconut candy really that popular?

Director Hao, filled with doubt, ate another piece of coconut candy.

He had to admit, it was tasty, but surely it doesn’t justify a ten or hundredfold increase in production?

Besides, what does a ten or hundredfold increase in production have to do with him?

Su Taotao said, "We showcased it at a meeting in the capital, and the leaders thought it was good. They’ve already placed orders for Mid-Autumn Festival and New Year gifts. I thought I’d give you a heads-up, so you can plan accordingly.

Otherwise, if we suddenly place a large order and you can’t keep up, we’ll be in a bind, won’t we?"

In these times of scarcity, everything is planned and rationed. If you don’t plan ahead, you might not even secure enough sugar.

In fact, sugarcane is plentiful here. Su Taotao had considered opening a sugarcane production line next, to control the sugar supply directly and create a closed loop, so they wouldn’t have to scramble for sugar anymore.

But even the most skilled can’t work miracles. At this stage, with limited resources and manpower, even if they hired workers and set up a production line, it would take time. They’re not there yet.

So, she had to come and ask for Director Hao’s help at the state-owned sugar factory.

Hearing Su Taotao’s explanation, Director Hao felt reassured. He nodded and said, "Director Su, rest assured. You’re a base-affiliated factory, and the higher-ups have high hopes for you. We’ll prioritize your supply."

"What about the price…" Su Taotao only said half of it, smiling at Director Hao. They were both seasoned people; the rest didn’t need to be said, right?

Director Hao was almost blinded by Su Taotao’s bright smile, but as a veteran who had seen it all, he remained composed:

"The prices at our state-owned sugar factory are set by the state and can be adjusted based on quantity. Rest assured, I’ll make sure to give you the lowest price."

Director Hao gestured a number.

Su Taotao thought it was quite good and nodded, "What about the delivery?"

"All units send their own vehicles to pick up the goods. Unless you can order a full truckload of sugar at once, how could we deliver it? But ordering that much sugar at once would be hard for you to store, wouldn’t it?

So, we usually don’t deliver. Your base is too strict, and it’s not convenient for us to come and go. It’s better if you come and pick it up yourselves." Director Hao’s words were somewhat reserved.

In fact, for such quantities, the factory could deliver. The state sets the prices, but there’s some flexibility. For deliveries, they usually slightly increase the price to balance it out. The factory has profit targets, after all; they can’t operate at a loss.

Since he had already offered the lowest price, Director Hao didn’t want to take on the delivery task.

Su Taotao thought for a moment and said, "How about this: we’ll come and pick up the goods ourselves, but for every hundred pounds you order, could you give us an extra two pounds?

You know, our base has opened many affiliated factories, but they all ended up closing due to poor performance.

My small workshop has just started, and it’s not easy. We really need the support of leaders like you, Director Hao, to keep going and generate revenue for our base."

Director Hao: "..."

She’s really good at playing the sympathy card.

Weren’t you all fired up when you walked in just now, talking about a tenfold or hundredfold increase in production capacity, asking me to guarantee the supply? How’d it suddenly become a struggling little operation?

Should I believe what you said earlier or what you’re saying now?

Funny enough, her demands were right within his limits. To be honest, he couldn’t spare her an extra ounce. Director Hao was starting to wonder if this woman was some kind of wizard.

At this moment, Director Hao couldn’t help but admire the young female factory director in front of him.

"Alright!" Director Hao gritted his teeth, "I’m done haggling with you. This is the biggest concession within my authority. There really isn’t any more.

Just so we’re clear, when you come to move the sugar, bring enough hands. We can’t lend a hand with moving the goods."

"Director Hao, you’re a straight shooter, no wonder you’ve climbed so high," Su Taotao flattered, "Don’t worry, from now on, Xiao Lu will take care of the orders himself. We’ll place smaller, more frequent orders, and he will handle it well."

Xiao Lu nodded: "Director Hao, don’t worry. Don’t let my skinny frame fool you. I can haul 300 pounds in one go, no sweat.

If that’s not enough, I’ll bring in the muscle from our factory. We’ll clear out your sugar factory in no time!"

Director Hao: "..."

What kind of duo is this? He’s never seen anything like them.

Su Taotao cleared her throat, hinting at Xiao Lu to dial it back.

When Su Taotao finally left the office with Xiao Lu, Director Hao was still rethinking his life choices.

The deal he just struck with Su Taotao barely saved on labor costs, but it was really the lowest line the sugar factory could offer. How does she pull this off?

After leaving the sugar factory, Xiao Lu trailed after Su Taotao eagerly and asked:

"Sis Su, are we heading to the printing factory next? If I’m not mistaken, your real reason for coming out today was to talk business, and getting a driver’s license was just a side thing, right?"

Xiao Lu truly believed that his Sis Su would become a big factory director in the future. Just the way she handled the negotiation with such ease was eye-opening.

Sticking by her side was the best decision he ever made!

Xiao Lu's question wasn't really a question. With that confident look in his eyes, it was more of a statement.

No wonder Su Taotao spotted Xiao Lu at a glance and brought him on as her assistant. His cleverness is one in a million.

Su Taotao gestured towards the driver's seat: "Yes and no. The driver's license is still necessary, and business must be discussed. Go drive, I'll take a nap."

"Got it!" Xiao Lu opened the rear door for Su Taotao.

As Su Taotao bent down to get into the car, Xiao Lu's hand shielded her head to prevent her from bumping it. He made sure she was seated properly before closing the door.

Su Taotao smiled slightly. She had to hand it to herself for picking such a great assistant. It saved so much trouble.

Xiao Lu returned to the driver's seat and started the car:

"Sis, get comfortable. Next stop, the printing factory. Let's go!"