Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and pioneer breakthrough solutions. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to anticipate technological, social, and economic shifts reshaping our industry. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to embed future-ready strategies across product development, market positioning, and organizational evolution. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and long-term planning, this is your opportunity to shape what's next.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal shifts to map 2026 industry landscape
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks for 5-year product roadmaps and market expansion
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-oriented innovation priorities
- Author visionary whitepapers and scenario-planning models for executive decision-making
- Partner with R&D to prototype next-gen solutions addressing 2026 market gaps
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems and identify disruptive partnership opportunities
- Establish KPIs to track strategic initiatives' impact on long-term competitive advantage
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in innovation strategy, product development, or consulting with proven futurist methodologies
- Deep expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning techniques
- Portfolio demonstrating published foresight work or implemented future-ready strategies
- Exceptional communication skills translating complex futures into actionable insights
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Delphi method, STEEP analysis, causal layered analysis)
- Experience with C-level stakeholder management and cross-functional leadership
- Passion for emerging technologies and their societal implications