Nate Hartle
About Nate Hartle
Nate Hartle serves as the Vice President of Supply Chain & Business Operations at Patterson Companies, Inc. He has extensive experience in regulatory affairs and asset protection, having held various leadership roles at companies such as Target and McKesson.
Current Role at Patterson Companies
Nate Hartle currently serves as Vice President of Supply Chain & Business Operations at Patterson Companies, Inc. He has held this position since 2023, overseeing critical functions such as procurement, inventory management, product master data, and vendor relationships specifically for Patterson Animal Health. His role involves driving efficiencies and optimization within the supply chain and business operations, as well as managing and developing the supply chain team.
Previous Experience at Patterson Companies
Before his current role, Nate Hartle worked at Patterson Companies, Inc. as Vice President of Regulatory Operations from 2019 to 2023. In this capacity, he focused on ensuring compliance with industry regulations and identifying areas for improvement within the organization. His experience at Patterson laid the groundwork for his transition to supply chain management.
Career at Target
Nate Hartle has extensive experience at Target, where he held various leadership roles over a span of several years. His positions included Sr. Group Manager of Corporate Security, Sr. Group Manager of Assets Protection/Investigations, and Group Team Leader of Investigations, among others. His tenure at Target lasted from 1999 to 2014, during which he developed expertise in asset protection and investigations across multiple regions.
Experience at McKesson
Nate Hartle worked at McKesson from 2014 to 2019, where he served as Sr. Director of Regulatory Affairs and later as Vice President of Regulatory Affairs & Compliance. In these roles, he was responsible for overseeing regulatory compliance and ensuring that the organization adhered to industry standards. His experience at McKesson contributed to his strong background in regulatory operations.
Educational Background
Nate Hartle holds a Master of Science degree in Criminal Justice with a focus on Security Administration from Michigan State University, which he completed in 1999. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminology and Business from the University of Northern Iowa in 1994. Additionally, he participated in the International Security Management Association (ISMA) Leadership Program at Georgetown University, obtaining a certificate in 2010.