Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape as we pioneer transformative strategies for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Innovation Strategist to architect our next-generation roadmap and drive sustainable growth in an era of exponential technological change. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to position our organization as an industry leader in emerging markets.
In this pivotal position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, cross-functional teams, and global partners to identify disruptive opportunities, anticipate paradigm shifts, and develop actionable frameworks that will shape our 2026 commercial trajectory. Your insights will directly influence multi-billion dollar investments and define our competitive advantage for the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Architect the 2026 innovation strategy by analyzing emerging technologies, market disruptions, and socio-economic trends
- Lead scenario planning workshops to forecast industry transformations and prepare organizational resilience strategies
- Develop KPI frameworks to measure innovation ROI and track progress against 2026 milestones
- Partner with R&D teams to translate foresight into tangible product roadmaps and go-to-market strategies
- Present strategic recommendations to executive leadership and board stakeholders with compelling data narratives
- Build and manage a network of futurists, industry experts, and academic partners for continuous intelligence gathering
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or future-focused consulting
- Proven track record developing multi-year strategic roadmaps with measurable outcomes
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Advanced proficiency in data analytics tools (Python, Tableau, or equivalent) and AI-driven forecasting
- Experience presenting to C-suite executives and influencing high-stakes decisions
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech, etc.)
- Relevant advanced degree (MBA, MS in Foresight, or equivalent preferred)