Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Innovations Group as we redefine the future landscape. We seek a forward-thinking 2026 Futurist Strategist to anticipate emerging trends, develop long-term innovation roadmaps, and guide organizational transformation. This pivotal role requires an expert who can blend technological foresight with human-centered design to shape our decade-long strategic vision. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D labs, and global partners to build sustainable competitive advantages in rapidly evolving markets.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends, technological disruptions, and societal shifts impacting 2026-2030 horizons
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for product innovation and market positioning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-state visions
- Produce annual foresight reports with actionable insights for executive decision-making
- Establish KPIs to track progress toward 2026 strategic milestones
- Identify and evaluate emerging technologies with disruptive potential
- Build relationships with academic institutions and innovation ecosystems
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or future studies
- Proven track record developing multi-year strategic roadmaps
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex futures into actionable strategies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFIP) preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating future-shaping projects