Mr. Lalji Chovatiya

Mr. Lalji Chovatiya

Director - Procurement & Quality Assurance

Mr. Lalji Chovatiya

About

Actively verifying and ensuring that all purchased cut and polished diamonds meet the company’s quality standards as per the clients demand on online market platform, including carat weight, clarity, colour, and cut, by conducting thorough inspections, supplier audits, and quality control procedures throughout the procurement process to maintain the highest quality of diamonds for the company’s operations.

Project handover: Procurement & Quality Assurance

Experience: 18 Years

Personal experience & Expertise

With extensive experience in procurement and quality assurance within the diamond industry, specialize in ensuring the ethical sourcing, authenticity, and compliance of diamonds. His expertise spans both supplier management and internal quality control (QC) processes, ensuring that every procurement decision aligns with online demands, regulatory requirements, and company objectives.

Key Expertise:

  • Procurement Strategy: Sourcing high-quality diamonds while maintaining cost efficiency and supplier reliability.
  • Quality Assurance: Implementing rigorous inspection and grading processes to meet international certification standards.
  • Ethical Sourcing & Compliance: Ensuring adherence to the Kimberley Process and other regulatory frameworks related to MPCVD and HPHT.
  • Supplier Relations: Negotiating contracts, building long-term partnerships, and managing supplier performance.

  • Process Optimization: Enhancing procurement and quality control workflows for improved efficiency and transparency.

Passionate about maintaining the highest standards in the company, Mr Lalaji Chovatiya committed to delivering excellence, integrity, and innovation in procurement and quality assurance within the company.

Professional skill

  • Diamond Procurement & Sourcing – Expertise in identifying, evaluating, and acquiring high-quality diamonds from reputable suppliers while ensuring cost efficiency and compliance with industry standards.

  • Quality Assurance & Grading – Skilled in implementing rigorous quality control measures, including diamond grading, certification verification, and adherence to international standards such as GIA, IGI, AGS etc.

  • Ethical Sourcing & Compliance – Strong knowledge of ethical procurement practices, ensuring conflict-free diamonds and full compliance with regulatory requirements.

  • Supplier Management & Negotiation – Experienced in building and maintaining long-term relationships with suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring vendor performance aligns with company quality expectations.