Vishesh Sharma

Results-driven Gemologist & Operations Professional with 12+ years of international experience in gemstone identification, grading, mining operations, laboratory management, quality assurance, and team leadership across India, Madagascar, Zambia, and Saudi Arabia. Specialized in the identification and evaluation of rough and polished gemstones, treatment detection, gemstone recovery optimization, and laboratory process management. Proven expertise in managing large-scale teams, improving production efficiency, reducing operational losses, implementing safety and ISO compliance standards, and driving operational excellence.

Strong track record in leading gemological laboratory, training technical teams, optimizing recovery rates, and ensuring accuracy in gemstone certification, valuation, and quality control.

Field Gemologist (Project Contract) at Omar Consultants (2025-07 – 2026-01)

• Worked alongside geologists in field exploration to assess mineral deposition within host (mother) rock formations.
• Conducted identification and evaluation of gemstone-bearing core samples to determine mineral quality, grade, and commercial viability.
• Identified and classified gemstones present in drilling cores using gemological and mineralogical assessment techniques.

Senior Gemologist at Kagem Mining Limited - Gemfields Group Company (2019-07 – 2025-06)

• Led large-scale gemstone sorting, grading, and recovery operations, managing a workforce of 200+ sorters and supervisors to maximize emerald recovery and quality segregation.
• Specialized in identification, classification, and valuation of rough emeralds based on color, clarity, inclusions, transparency, and market demand.
• Conducted detailed gemstone assortment planning and quality-based segregation to support commercial valuation and inventory management.
• Improved sorting accuracy and reduced gemstone loss from 15% to 7%, significantly increasing recovery efficiency and commercial yield.
• Maintained production records, inventory movement, and quality reports for accurate stock monitoring and performance tracking.
• Trained and supervised teams on gemstone identification, quality standards, and sorting techniques to ensure consistency in output.
• Worked closely with technical and commercial teams to align production quality with market requirements and pricing benchmarks.

Senior Gemologist at Kagem Mining Limited - Gemfields Group Company (2019-07 – 2025-06)

Key Achievements

• Awarded Outstanding Performance by CEO.
• Reduced emerald loss from 15% to 7%, significantly improving recovery rates.

Operations Manager at Royal Exports (2017-08 – 2019-06)

• Managed production, pricing, sales, and distribution operations.
• Developed workforce schedules and monitored operational efficiency.
• Controlled budgeting, financial planning, and productivity reporting.
• Implemented process improvements to reduce operational costs.

Technical Manager & Lead Assessor at Solitaire Gemmological Laboratories (2016-08 – 2017-04)

• Managed lab operations, ISO 17025 compliance, and internal audits.
• Led risk assessments and quality control functions.
• Improved laboratory performance and accreditation systems.

Laboratory Head & Chief Gemologist at Solitaire Gemmological Laboratories (2016-02 – 2016-07)

• Evaluated luxury jewelry, diamonds, gemstones, and watches.
• Managed Saudi Customs compliance and business coordination.

Gemology Instructor at Gems & Jewellery Export Promotion Council

Merchandiser at Jaipur Gems & Jewels Exports

Business Operations Intern at Jaipur Gems & Jewels Exports

Diploma in Supply Chain Management (2026 – 2027)

MBA in Marketing – Jaipur National University

Diploma in Gem Identification – Indian Institute of Gems & Jewelry

Diploma in Advanced Digital Marketing – Delhi School of Internet Marketing

B.Sc. – Sunrise University