Jakob Clayton
Mountain Brooke,AL
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Sales Manager
Masonite
12.2024 - Current
- Manage and grow sales across a multi-state territory through strong relationships with dealers, distributors, and retail partners.
- Territory generated approximately $21 million in sales during 2025.
- Direct responsibility for over 40 retail locations across Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee.
- Execute strategic sales plans to increase market share while maintaining margin and profitability.
- Educate customers on product applications and competitive advantages to support long-term partnerships.
Sales Manager
Concrete Driveway Co.
07.2023 - 2024
- Led the Birmingham market, reporting directly to the Director of Southeast.
- Utilized estimating tools, quote development software, and blueprint creation to support accurate pricing and job costing.
- Managed the full sales cycle from pre-qualified leads through contract close.
- Maintained a $200,000 active sales pipeline within HubSpot CRM.
- Generated $660,000 in revenue, leading hiring class in total sales.
- Maintained an average closing rate of 38%.
Acquisition Specialist
State Farm
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Generated new business through outbound prospecting and needs-based selling.
- Led office in both leads generated and closed business among four representatives.
- Consistently completed 100+ outbound calls per day.
- Closed 19 lines of business.
Assistant Farm Manager
Smith Family Companies Inc.
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Performed landscape maintenance across four company-owned properties.
- Operated heavy equipment and assisted with property upkeep and repairs.
- Maintained health of ponds, trees, and fruit bushes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, Computing Technology & Applications
University of Alabama, Culverhouse College of Business
Tuscaloosa, AL04.2023
Skills
- Skills: Negotiation, Communication, Strategy
- Computer: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Billiards, Football, Lacrosse, Fishing, Travel
LEADERSHIP
- Tuscaloosa FOP, Campaign Manager, 2022-09, 2022-12, Led a team of five associates and retired officers to raise $100,000 for the FOP Christmas Charity., Coordinated sponsor outreach, scheduling, and donation collection.
- Arts and Autism, Helper, 2020-04, 2022-02, Assisted with recreational events for special-needs young adults., Supported fundraising initiatives, including a 5K marathon.
Affiliations
Pi Kappa Phi
Timeline
Area Sales Manager
Masonite
12.2024 - Current
Sales Manager
Concrete Driveway Co.
07.2023 - 2024
Acquisition Specialist
State Farm
05.2022 - 08.2022
Assistant Farm Manager
Smith Family Companies Inc.
05.2021 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, Computing Technology & Applications
University of Alabama, Culverhouse College of Business