Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Future Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap, driving innovation across emerging technologies and market disruptors. This role blends foresight analysis with cross-functional leadership to transform future trends into actionable blueprints. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and long-term planning, your strategic impact will redefine our industry's horizon.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive opportunities through 2026
- Develop multi-year strategic roadmaps aligned with emerging tech (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Collaborate with R&D and product teams to incubate future-focused initiatives
- Present future scenarios to C-suite and stakeholders with data-driven recommendations
- Establish KPIs for innovation portfolio tracking and ROI measurement
- Build thought leadership through whitepapers and industry forums
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or future-focused roles
- Proven experience mapping multi-year technology roadmaps
- Expertise in foresight methodologies (scenario planning, Delphi techniques)
- Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
- Exceptional cross-functional leadership in matrix organizations
- Advanced degree in Business, Technology, or Futures Studies preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating successful 5+ year strategic implementations