Perla Orozco

Detail-oriented Regulatory Compliance and Commercialization Professional with a strong foundation in food science and extensive expertise in FDA food labeling, ingredient/additive compliance, and third-party certifications. Proven track record in cross-functional leadership, SOP development, and quality assurance within consumer packaged goods (CPG) and manufacturing environments. Expert at interpreting 21 CFR FDA and DSHEA regulations, managing third-party certification audits (Kosher, Non-GMO, Organic, Gluten-Free), and mitigating risk during complex commercialization launches.

Supply Chain Management Lead / Analyst - WALMART - Chicago, IL

(2026-04)

• Manage supply chain operations and product compliance tracking across multi-channel distribution networks.
• Utilize SAP and internal PLM tools to evaluate raw material flows, ensuring compliance with state and federal labeling and inventory standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional supply chain and quality teams to streamline inventory registration and audit workflows.

Project Commercialization Manager - TAYLOR FARMS - Chicago, IL

(2024 - 2026)

• Navigated internal and external regulatory systems to ensure ingredient, additive, standard of identity, and claim substantiation compliance across all new product innovations.
• Formulated, validated, and approved Technical Label Copy (FLS) in compliance with FDA 21 CFR guidelines and food science standards.
• Facilitated, registered, and audited raw materials and finished goods for 3rd-party certifications including Kosher, USDA Organic, Gluten-Free, and Non-GMO Project Verified.
• Evaluated technical ingredient functionality (macro and micronutrients) and risk factors for new formula releases and pipeline innovation.

Supplier Compliance Coordinator - TAYLOR FARMS - Chicago, IL

(2022 - 2024)

• Facilitated raw material vendor verifications, supplier documentation, and 3rd-party certification tracking (Kosher, USDA Organic, Gluten-Free, Non-GMO Project Verified).
• Co-led facility and product 3rd-party certification audits alongside the plant Quality team.
• Authored standard operating procedures (SOPs) and provided technical training to cross-functional plant personnel.

Quality Assurance Technician - TAYLOR FARMS - Chicago, IL

(2019 - 2022)

• Executed daily quality assurance routines, conducting inline quality checks, raw material sampling, and food safety standard enforcement on the plant floor.
• Monitored product specifications and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure continuous compliance with FDA guidelines and internal quality benchmarks.

Bachelor of Science - American University

Coursework - Business Management & Administration - Computer Systems Institute (2019 - 2022)