Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. as we redefine tomorrow's landscape today! We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect breakthrough solutions for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role blends cutting-edge foresight with actionable strategy, guiding our organization through technological disruption and market evolution. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and transform emerging trends into scalable business models. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market dynamics, this is your chance to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and develop 3-5 year strategic roadmaps
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype disruptive solutions for 2026 market needs
- Partner with R&D teams to translate foresight into patentable intellectual property
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for global supply chain and workforce evolution
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders and board members
- Manage a $5M innovation portfolio with ROI-focused KPIs
- Author thought leadership on future-of-work and digital transformation
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, corporate innovation, or futures research
- Proven track record of launching market-defining products/services
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI/ML, blockchain, AR/VR) and their business applications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Business Strategy, or relevant technical field
- Strong data visualization skills with proficiency in trend analysis tools
- Certification in Foresight Methodology (preferred) or Design Thinking
- Experience scaling innovation labs in Fortune 500 environments
- Exceptional storytelling ability to translate complex futures into actionable plans