MEET THE BUYERS

Jacqueline Ambrose has joined the San Bernardino County Purchasing Department after 8 years of public sector experience in Riverside County, which includes financial analysis and facilities management.   She holds a bachelor’s degree in Technical Management from Devry University.  In her free time, Jackie enjoys spending time with family and friends.  

For 23 years, Michael Candelaria has expanded his career, first in retail purchasing and then finding his passion in public service. He has worked with nearly every County department and is responsible for several countywide agreements including furniture and information technology equipment. He is a skillful trainer and a Certified Professional Public Buyer, and is assigned to the Sheriff’s Department where the budget comprises nearly three-fourths of the County’s discretionary spending. As an active member of California Association of Public Procurement Officers since 2001, Michael has served as an officer for Inland Empire Chapter for 4 years, as Secretary, Treasurer, Vice-Chair and Chair.

As a procurement professional for more than 20 years, Esther Reyna has extensive experience with complex medical/surgical commodities in both Los Angeles and San Bernardino Counties. She developed the Just in Time (JIT) delivery system for the medical center, and is proficient with diverse public works and MRO contracts. Esther is also an active member of California Association of Public Procurement Officials and has been happily married for 22 years with three active children. She loves to travel, specifically taking RV road trips!