Jourdan Gabbini is the Buyer for Beer & Cider at Waitrose & Partners, where he leads the sourcing, range development, and category strategy for one of the UK's leading premium supermarket beer portfolios. With more than a decade of buying experience across the John Lewis Partnership, Jourdan has built expertise in commercial buying, product development, and consumer-led category management before transitioning into beer and cider. He is a Certified Beer Server through the Cicerone Certification Program and has served as a judge for the International Beer Challenge, reflecting his commitment to quality and sensory evaluation.

At Waitrose, Jourdan has championed innovative breweries, sustainability initiatives, and independent producers, helping introduce distinctive beers and ciders that balance exceptional quality with strong consumer appeal. His work includes launching exclusive cider collaborations and expanding support for Britain's independent brewing sector through curated retail programs. As a judge at the London Beer Competition, Jourdan brings valuable retail buying insight, assessing beers not only for brewing excellence but also for their commercial potential, value, packaging, and ability to succeed with today's consumers.