Job Description
Join NextGen Horizons at the vanguard of tomorrow's innovations. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our next-generation roadmap. This pivotal role demands someone who thrives at the intersection of emerging technologies, market evolution, and human-centric design. You'll shape our strategic vision for 2026 and beyond, driving initiatives that redefine industry paradigms. Our dynamic environment fosters breakthrough thinking – where your foresight directly impacts global transformation.
Responsibilities
- Architect strategic roadmaps for 2026+ product ecosystems and market positioning
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and translate into actionable business strategies
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with R&D, engineering, and design teams
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for global market disruptions and opportunities
- Present strategic insights to C-suite and board stakeholders with compelling narratives
- Establish KPIs for future-readiness and innovation portfolio performance
- Collaborate with academic institutions to identify breakthrough research applications
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Expertise in emerging technologies and their commercialization pathways
- Proven track record of executing future-focused initiatives with measurable ROI
- Advanced degree in Business Strategy, Technology Innovation, or Futures Studies
- Exceptional systems thinking and scenario modeling capabilities
- Experience leading high-impact cross-functional teams in tech-driven environments
- Published thought leadership on industry evolution or technology disruption
- Proficiency in strategic foresight methodologies (e.g., Horizon Scanning, Delphi Method)