Andrew S. Pogson
About Andrew S. Pogson
Andrew S. Pogson is the National Account Manager for Canadian Tire at SC Johnson, based in Brantford, Ontario, Canada. He has extensive experience in managing national accounts and revitalizing brands across various retail channels in North America.
Title: National Account Manager Canadian Tire
Andrew S. Pogson currently holds the position of National Account Manager at SC Johnson, specifically managing the Canadian Tire account. His role involves overseeing sales strategies and business development initiatives to enhance SC Johnson's market presence at Canadian Tire. Operating from Brantford, Ontario, Canada, Pogson utilizes his vast experience to drive profitable sales growth and maintain strong customer relationships.
Professional Background
Andrew S. Pogson has a rich professional background spanning various high-level roles in the consumer goods industry. Prior to his current role at SC Johnson, he served as Director of National Accounts at Normerica Inc. from 2016 to 2017 in Toronto. At Fyffes (Highline Produce Ltd), he worked as Sr. National Account Manager for both the U.S. and Canada from 2015 to 2016 in Leamington. Earlier in his career, he was National Account Manager for Loblaw, Metro & Food Basics at General Mills Canada from 2012 to 2015 in Mississauga, Ontario, and prior to that, a Territory Account Manager at Canada Bread Company Limited from 2009 to 2012 in Cambridge, Ontario.
Educational Background
Andrew S. Pogson holds a Bachelor's degree in Law and Politics from the University of Guelph, which he earned between 2000 and 2003. He has also undertaken several professional courses to enhance his skills. Notably, he completed studies at The GAP Partnership in 2019, participated in Think On Your Feet® at MCLUHAN & DAVIES, MDC CONSULTING in 2013, and undertook courses in Influential Negotiations and Coaching Training Sessions from HORN TRAINING AND CONSULTING from 2012 to 2014.
Career Achievements
Throughout his career, Andrew S. Pogson has made significant contributions to his employers. At General Mills Canada, he successfully integrated Yoplait yogurt into the company’s product portfolio, driving sales growth. At SC Johnson, he revitalized the Glade brand, resulting in notable sales and market share growth. Pogson is recognized for his innovative thinking, which fosters strong customer relationships, and his expertise in trade spend optimization and margin improvement has consistently contributed to overall business profitability.
Skills and Expertise
Andrew S. Pogson is known for his extensive experience in managing both branded and private label products across various retail channels in North America. His skills include trade spend optimization, margin improvement, and developing cross-functional business partnerships. Pogson also excels in building and motivating high-performance sales teams and has a strong entrepreneurial mindset, consistently identifying and capitalizing on new business opportunities. His ability to manage complex franchisee/franchisor relationships and his innovative approach to business challenges are key aspects of his professional expertise.