Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities as we seek a visionary Strategic Futurist to architect our roadmap for 2026. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical brilliance and creative foresight to transform emerging trends into actionable strategies that will redefine our industry. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to anticipate technological disruptions, market shifts, and societal changes, ensuring our organization remains ahead of the curve in an exponentially evolving landscape. We offer a dynamic, innovation-driven environment where your insights will directly shape the future of global business.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive technologies and market opportunities through 2026
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for organizational adaptation and competitive positioning
- Conduct quantitative and qualitative research to validate future-state hypotheses and risk assessments
- Present compelling future-state narratives to executive stakeholders and cross-functional teams
- Design and implement innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term business objectives
- Partner with R&D to prototype future-facing solutions and validate market readiness
- Maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry thought leaders
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years experience in strategic planning, futures research, or corporate innovation
- Proven track record of translating future trends into executable business strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning, systems thinking, and quantitative trend analysis
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to articulate complex futures concepts
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEP, backcasting)
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)