Specialized experience is experience in identifying issues or problems concerning efficiency and effectiveness of the program and/or strategic sourcing by applying analytical and evaluative techniques; evaluating current organizational strategies and performance by applying a thoroughunderstanding of the missions, functions, and organization of the agency or component; applying organizational concepts, principles, and practices as related to the requirements for performance-based logistics, acquisition, supply maintenance, procurement procedures, manufacturing, strategic sourcing, and other support areas; leading, working with, and managing various groups or individuals to resolve difficult problems/situations as related to organizational issues, and deploying lean concepts in problem resolution; applying complex organizational regulations, methods, operating procedures, and policies, as well as developing methods and operating procedures as required. ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires federal agencies to treat an eligible active duty service member as a veteran, disabled veteran, and preference eligible (as applicable) when applying for civil service positions before the effective release or discharge date.