Good sales experience but some considerations - Sales Engineer Keyence Employee Review

3.0
Feb 26, 2022
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Pros

- excellent sales training and experience - solid wage out of college - learning from people who have seen a lot of sales situations - experience in corporate structure - learn how to negotiate and cold call - manage a full sales cycle which is a huge bonus early in career

Cons

- need to consider the culture you want; Keyence is largely a top down org, all decisions are made for you and your input to change processes will not be considered for a few years. - path toward big career promotions is long (super long). Short term promotions are fast but it’s the same role with small pay bumps each time. - Individualism and new styles of employee methodology are mostly not welcomed because deviation is a threat to the way things are - commissions structure will struggle to compete with other companies especially technology industry - low employee diversity which is important for process innovation

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5.0
Jun 11, 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
May 14, 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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