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 60 reviews)); "The people I interacted with on a daily basis are genuinely good people and care about doing a good job." ((in 57 reviews)); "Good work/life balance" ((in 20 reviews)); "paced environment with great coworkers" ((in 15 reviews)); "supporting leader and teammate, good culture" ((in 9 reviews))

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

"bad management no experience in industry" ((in 49 reviews)); "Low pay and only has one bus stop near by." ((in 41 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 17 reviews)); "Lack of an annual bonus." ((in 13 reviews)); "Obvious favoritism, obvious butt kissing, and obviously corrupt." ((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

(129 total reviews)

John Hammer

47% approve of CEO

39% positive business outlook

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4.0

May 28, 2019

Great company with tremendous opportunities

Market research and public relations manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Growth, generous PTO, good pay.

Cons

They grew too fast and often couldn’t keep up with it. When I was there, they had the wrong people in management positions, which made it difficult to get work done. However, many of those people are now gone.

ADESA Response

7y

Thanks for sharing your thoughts and concerns. We strive to be the best out there and 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.

4.0

May 8, 2019

GREAT PLACE TO WORK

Staff accountant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Benefits are top notch. 4 weeks of PTO and you dont need to work a year to get there. They give you money for the high rate deductible plan. The management is great and there is a lot of people that will help you when you need it.

Cons

Some times there are so many layoffs, you get scared youre next. Every time you mess something up you think that you could be next. You have to be liked in order not to get fired.

ADESA Response

7y

Thanks for sharing your thoughts! We’re delighted to hear you’re enjoying your experience at KAR. We believe great cultures start with great leaders, and our management strives for the best every day - glad to see you see that too. Thanks for all you do for our company and our customers.

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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