Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Innovations Inc. to shape the future of business strategy for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a forward-thinking Innovation Strategist to architect transformative solutions that redefine industries. This role combines cutting-edge technology forecasting with human-centric design to create actionable roadmaps for exponential growth. Collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies to pioneer breakthrough models in AI integration, sustainable tech, and digital transformation. Lead cross-functional initiatives while maintaining our reputation as the industry's premier innovation incubator.
Responsibilities
- Develop 3-5 year innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 market projections
- Conduct horizon scanning for emerging technologies and disruptive business models
- Lead cross-functional workshops to ideate future-proof product ecosystems
- Analyze competitive landscapes to identify first-mover advantages
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders with data-backed insights
- Manage innovation portfolio prioritization using scenario planning methodologies
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype and validate future concepts
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategy consulting or corporate innovation leadership
- Proven track record in technology forecasting and trend analysis
- Expertise in agile methodologies and rapid prototyping frameworks
- Advanced degree in Business, Technology, or Futures Studies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive audiences
- Experience scaling innovation initiatives across global enterprises
- Certification in futures thinking or strategic foresight preferred