Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Innovations Inc. as we shape the future of technology and human experience. We're seeking a forward-thinking Futurist & Innovation Strategist to architect our roadmap for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role demands a blend of visionary thinking, strategic planning, and cross-functional leadership to transform emerging trends into actionable business opportunities.
As a key member of our R&D division, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, product designers, and engineers to identify disruptive technologies and market shifts. Your insights will directly influence our product portfolio, investment decisions, and long-term corporate strategy. We offer a dynamic environment where your ideas can shape industries and impact millions of lives.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal trends to forecast market opportunities through 2026
- Develop innovation frameworks and scenario-planning models for strategic decision-making
- Lead cross-functional workshops to ideate future product concepts and business models
- Present foresight insights to executive leadership and board members
- Establish partnerships with research institutions and technology pioneers
- Create annual innovation roadmaps aligned with corporate growth objectives
- Mentor junior innovation specialists and foster a culture of future-oriented thinking
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial opportunities
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to influence C-level executives
- Experience with AI/ML tools for predictive analysis and trend forecasting
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation strategy