Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations as our 2026 Futurist Strategist. We seek a visionary leader to architect our next-generation roadmap, transforming emerging technologies into market-defining solutions. This pivotal role demands cross-industry foresight to shape our product ecosystem while driving sustainable growth in an era of unprecedented technological acceleration.
As a key member of our executive strategy team, you'll collaborate with R&D, product development, and market intelligence units to anticipate paradigm shifts. Your insights will directly influence our innovation pipeline, ensuring we remain agile in a rapidly evolving landscape. We offer a dynamic environment where your expertise in trend analysis and strategic planning will directly impact global industries.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 innovation roadmap, aligning technological capabilities with market opportunities
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging trends, disruptive technologies, and paradigm shifts
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate future scenarios into actionable product strategies
- Establish KPI frameworks for measuring innovation velocity and market adaptation success
- Present strategic foresight findings to C-suite executives and board members
- Build and maintain an external network of futurists, technologists, and industry pioneers
- Author thought leadership content on future-focused business strategies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial opportunities
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech, etc.)
- Advanced degree in Business Strategy, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- Exceptional analytical skills with experience in scenario planning and trend analysis
- Strong executive communication and stakeholder management abilities
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Innovation Management preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating strategic foresight projects with measurable outcomes