Market Innovation & Technology Scout Lead

AFL

Dallas (TX)

Hybrid

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid in-office schedule

Flexible time-off policy

401(k) company match

Professional development programs

Excellent insurance options

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

AFL in Dallas, Texas is seeking a Market Innovation Research Manager to inform strategic direction through deep-domain innovation research and technology scouting. The role involves identifying emerging technologies, evaluating market opportunities, and delivering actionable insights for enhancing AFL's portfolio.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in market research and innovation strategy, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to translate technical insights into business strategy.

Qualifications

7+ years in market research or related roles.
Strong analytical skills including market sizing.
Ability to translate technical insights into business strategy.

Responsibilities

Conduct technology scouting across optical fiber and adjacent domains.
Develop innovation roadmaps with quarterly refresh cycles.
Track technology maturity to inform innovation strategies.
Build and manage strategic technical partnerships.
Author research publications and establish thought leadership.

Skills

Market research

Innovation strategy

Technology scouting

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Domain knowledge in optical communications

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree

Job description

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in market research and innovation strategy, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to translate technical insights into business strategy.

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