Good first sales job - Outside Sales Executive Keyence Employee Review

3.0
26 Apr 2010
Recommend
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Pros

good product training, fun atmosphere, interesting products, company focused mgmt team

Cons

your boss makes or breaks your experience. if you get a good mentor, and are willing to go the extra mile to learn the business, then this company will be a great 2-5 year adventure, but if you get stuck with a poor teacher (combined with a poor student) the entire experience will be less than enjoyable. the pay is ok, but not incredible, and the travel is exhausting...

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5.0
11 Jun 2026
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Pros

Great company, good career progression, no outside hiring besides entry roles

Cons

Car travel heavy, they want you to be open for relocations accross the country

3.0
14 May 2026
Recommend
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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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