Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to architect our roadmap for the next decade. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge trend analysis with actionable strategic planning to position our company as an industry leader through 2026 and beyond. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to anticipate technological disruptions, market shifts, and emerging opportunities that will shape the future landscape.
As a key architect of our 2026 vision, you'll translate foresight into executable strategies, driving innovation across product development, market expansion, and operational excellence. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative vision, offering unparalleled impact in defining how our organization thrives in the rapidly evolving global economy.
Responsibilities
- Lead comprehensive horizon scanning to identify disruptive technologies and market trends impacting 2026
- Develop and maintain the 2026 strategic roadmap with measurable milestones and KPIs
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to align leadership on future-state scenarios
- Produce executive-grade trend reports and scenario analyses for board presentations
- Collaborate with R&D to integrate future-focused innovations into product roadmaps
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Monitor geopolitical and socioeconomic factors influencing long-term strategy
- Present strategic recommendations to C-suite and stakeholders
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Planning, Futures Studies, Business Innovation, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or innovation leadership
- Proven experience developing multi-year strategic roadmaps (2025-2030)
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and disruption forecasting
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive audiences
- Strong network within innovation ecosystems and think tanks
- Track record of implementing future-focused strategies