Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Innovations Group as we architect the future for 2026 and beyond. We seek a pioneering Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, develop forward-thinking frameworks, and guide our innovation roadmap. This role blends deep technical acumen with strategic foresight to position us at the forefront of industry transformation.
As a key architect of tomorrow's landscape, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and translate complex data into actionable strategies. Your work will directly influence product development, market expansion, and sustainable growth initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technological and societal trends to forecast 2026+ market landscapes
- Develop strategic frameworks for future-proofing product roadmaps and business models
- Lead scenario-planning workshops with executive stakeholders and R&D teams
- Translate foresight insights into actionable innovation initiatives with measurable ROI
- Establish KPIs for tracking future-readiness and strategic alignment
- Present strategic recommendations to boards and investors with compelling data visualization
- Maintain competitive intelligence through global trend analysis and patent monitoring
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of developing 5+ year strategic roadmaps
- Expertise in trend analysis tools (e.g., Gartner Hype Cycle, Deloitte Tech Trends)
- Exceptional data storytelling skills with advanced visualization proficiency
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Certified Futurist (CF) or similar designation preferred
- Published thought leadership on future scenarios or innovation strategies