Job Description
Join FutureHorizon Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Innovation Lead to architect our next-generation roadmap. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge foresight with actionable strategy, driving disruptive initiatives that will redefine industries by 2026. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and translate emerging tech trends into market-ready solutions. If you thrive at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable futures, this is your moment to shape destiny.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 innovation roadmaps aligned with global market trends
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions (AI/ML, IoT, blockchain)
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies with 3-5 year impact
- Secure $5M+ annual R&D budget for strategic innovation projects
- Present future-vision frameworks to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Establish KPIs measuring innovation ROI and market disruption potential
- Partner with academia for breakthrough research commercialization
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation or R&D leadership (Fortune 500 preferred)
- Proven track record launching tech products with $50M+ revenue impact
- Expertise in emerging tech: generative AI, quantum computing, or biotech
- Certified Foresight Practitioner (CFP) or equivalent strategic foresight training
- Experience with innovation frameworks: Design Thinking, Lean Startup, Blue Ocean
- Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Business Strategy
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-vision initiatives executed to market