Job Description
Join InnovateHorizons Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. We seek a visionary Futurist & Strategic Planner to decode emerging trends and architect our roadmap for 2026 and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge research with actionable strategy, transforming foresight into market leadership. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and cross-functional teams to navigate technological disruption and shape our innovation ecosystem.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, synthesizes complex data into compelling narratives, and drives organizational transformation. With competitive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that celebrates bold thinking, InnovateHorizons empowers you to redefine what's possible.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts through 2026
- Develop data-driven strategic frameworks for product development and market expansion
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-facing solutions
- Deliver executive briefings on emerging risks and opportunities
- Coordinate cross-functional innovation sprints focused on 2026 capabilities
- Establish KPIs for future-readiness and track progress quarterly
- Author thought leadership pieces on industry evolution
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Planning, or related field
- 5+ years experience in strategic foresight or innovation consulting
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and systems thinking
- Proven track record translating foresight into executable strategies
- Deep knowledge of AI, quantum computing, and biotech trajectories
- Exceptional storytelling and stakeholder communication skills
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Portfolio demonstrating future-focused projects