Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. as we pioneer the next frontier of innovation! We seek a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect tomorrow's solutions today. This role demands a forward-thinking leader who can transform emerging technologies into groundbreaking business opportunities. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop long-term innovation roadmaps while ensuring alignment with our core values of sustainability and human-centric design.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 5-year innovation roadmaps for emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Lead market research and competitive analysis to identify disruptive opportunities
- Design and launch proof-of-concept projects with R&D partners
- Present strategic innovation plans to C-suite executives and board members
- Manage $5M+ innovation budgets with ROI-focused resource allocation
- Foster cross-industry partnerships for technology incubation programs
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation or technology consulting
- Proven track record of scaling futuristic technologies to market
- Advanced degree in Business, Engineering, or Future Studies
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend forecasting methodologies
- Experience managing cross-functional innovation teams (50+ members)
- Published thought leadership in emerging tech publications
- Certification in Innovation Management (e.g., PDMA, CMI)