Drink the kool aid - Sales Engineer I Keyence Employee Review

2.0
28 Oct 2022
Recommend
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Pros

- Good starting pay (55-60k base + ~24k bonuses + ~10/15k extra from gas mileage reimbursement) - Formal training program - Chance to meet many motivated young professionals

Cons

- Must drink the kool-aid, don't question your managers/trainers/directors - Have to annoy customers by constantly calling them - You must do work outside of the hours listed of 7:30am-5pm

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Pros

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Cons

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3.0
14 May 2026
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Pros

Fast paced work environment. CRM is the best I have ever had access to. Data tracking and sales insight is top notch. The regional director for TSS in Michigan/Indiana is great to work under. Leads are easily available, the product is great and it’s easy to get in the door places.

Cons

Metrics are more focused on quantity over quality. Frequently working 50+ hour weeks. Too many reps per territory and it can create a negative perception. Bonus structure vs straight commission is frusterating. Clear advancement structure however being ranked against peers with different sales targets in frusterating. Feels like a turn and burn type of mentality towards sales reps.

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