Does ADESA pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, ADESA employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.9 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at ADESA. This rating has improved by 2% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at ADESA?

45% of ADESA employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated ADESA 3.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.9 for culture and values and 2.7 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at ADESA?

Driver (20) , Vehicle Inspector (15) , Customer Service Representative (12) , Manager (12) , Software Engineer (10) , Account Manager (9) , Sales (9) , Account Administrator (7) , Lot Specialist (7) , Car Detailer (6) , Security Guard (6) , Sales Representative (5) , Title Clerk (5) , Administrative (4) , Coordinator (4)

What are the pros of working at ADESA according to real employee reviews?

"Benefits are good for you and your family and the 401k match is a great addition as well." ((in 65 reviews)); "Great people and a lot of tenure in the company" ((in 56 reviews)); "Good work/life balance" ((in 19 reviews)); "Great coworkers made for a positive work experience" ((in 17 reviews)); "Benefits an time off are Awesome" ((in 13 reviews))

What are the cons of working at ADESA according to real employee reviews?

"bad management no experience in industry" ((in 50 reviews)); "Low pay and only has one bus stop near by." ((in 49 reviews)); "I worked for a certain manager for 4 years with no problems (NONE) and then that manager left, first week under new manager I got written up." ((in 16 reviews)); "Lot of favoritism double talk" ((in 13 reviews)); "No training provided, they just throw you in the deep end and it's sink or swim." ((in 12 reviews))

What are employees saying about ADESA layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about ADESA layoffs and their outlook for job security at ADESA in 2026.

What are the top reviewed ADESA locations?

Carmel , Manville , Mesa , Indianapolis , Flint , Dallas , Sacramento , Mira Loma , Hoffman Estates , Kansas City , Charlotte , Framingham , Salt Lake City , Auburn , Acton , Sterling , Chandler , Phoenix , Hutchins , Houston , Franklin , Los Angeles , York , Tampa , Moody , Saint Louis , Tulsa , Austin , Minneapolis , Memphis

ADESA reviews

3.1

45% would recommend to a friend

(619 total reviews)

John Hammer

47% approve of CEO

39% positive business outlook

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ADESA has an employee rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars, based on 619 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The ADESA employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Retail & Wholesale industry (3.5 stars).

Reviews by job title

619 reviews

2.0

Jan 17, 2020

Challenging - great people - not so great processes

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

good benefits, lots of great people across the nation

Cons

inconsistent practices, administrative issues, lack of real support from leadership

3.0

Jul 31, 2019

Meh

Accounts payable specialist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Nice fitness center and food restaurant.

Cons

Adesa employees are being paid less than AFC and KAR Auction Services for the same position, and they are all under the same company. Also, some managers will make it a living hell for you to leave their department.

1.0

Mar 5, 2019

Terrible company

Vehicle inspector

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good bonus if you’re willing to work hard

Cons

They think you have no life and need to drop everything in your life if they decide at the last minute. Management is incompetent

ADESA Response

7y

We take your concerns seriously—thanks for sharing. We believe great cultures start with great leaders, and our management strives for the best every day. Please email us at listens@karauctionservices.com if there’s anything else you’d like to share

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