Job Description
We are looking for a visionary Head of 2026 Innovation to lead our strategic foresight initiatives. As the world accelerates toward a new technological era, your role will be to define our trajectory for the pivotal year 2026. You will be the architect of our Year 2026 Vision, bridging the gap between today's innovations and the realities of the near future.
In this high-impact role, you will navigate the complexities of emerging markets, AI integration, and sustainable technologies, ensuring our organization is not just prepared for 2026, but leading it.
Responsibilities
- Define and execute the '2026 Horizon' strategic roadmap, identifying key market shifts and technological disruptions.
- Collaborate with R&D and product teams to prototype concepts that will mature by 2026.
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align engineering, marketing, and operations on future goals.
- Analyze macro-economic trends to forecast resource requirements for the 2026 fiscal year.
- Establish partnerships with industry thought leaders to validate the 2026 vision.
- Develop a 'Future Talent' strategy to prepare our workforce for the skills required in 2026.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in strategic planning, futurism, or high-level technology management.
- Proven track record of forecasting market trends and adapting corporate strategy accordingly.
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies (AI, Quantum Computing, Web3) and their projected impact by 2026.
- Exceptional communication skills to articulate complex future scenarios to C-level stakeholders.
- Advanced degree in Business, Technology, or a related field preferred.