Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as we pioneer the future. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our roadmap for 2026 and beyond. You'll lead cross-functional teams to identify emerging trends, develop breakthrough products, and position us as industry pioneers. This role blends deep technical acumen with strategic foresight to transform market opportunities into scalable innovations.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive technologies and market shifts impacting 2026
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term business objectives
- Collaborate with R&D, product, and engineering teams to incubate future-focused initiatives
- Present strategic insights to C-suite executives and external stakeholders
- Build and manage an ecosystem of innovation partners, startups, and research institutions
- Quantify market potential and ROI for emerging technology investments
- Champion design thinking methodologies for next-generation solutions
Qualifications
- 8+ years in innovation strategy, product development, or technical leadership
- Proven track record of launching market-defining products/services
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Strong analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex data into actionable strategies
- Exceptional communication and executive presentation abilities
- Master's degree in Business, Technology, or related field
- Certification in Foresight or Strategic Innovation preferred
- Experience scaling teams in high-growth tech environments