The phrase "a forward role" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a position or function that is proactive or anticipatory in nature, often in a professional or organizational context.
Example: "In her new position, she will take on a forward role in developing the company's strategic initiatives."
Alternatives: "a proactive role" or "an advancing role".
Moses buzzed about with intent, while Cesc Fàbregas relished a forward role tucked just behind Costa.
In came Sterling and Fernando, to play alongside Fernandinho, as Touré pushed into a forward role.
But when he moved to Denmark, he switched to a forward role in a 4-4-2, and is in in this position where he has flourished.
The England captain returned to a forward role in the match against Sunderland and bagged both goals in the 2-0 win.
Playing on the left wing and occasionally sliding into a forward role, Beasley was active and influential for Puebla from start to finish.
Hamilton's absence due to a lack of fitness after persistent knee problems resulted in a forward role for Jeremy Charles, although the Welshman was said to prefer playing at centre-back.
If the manager wanted to stick to his usual system he could deploy the 18-year-old Jose Ángel Pozo in a lone forward role, but it seems more likely that he will try for a fluid 4-6-0 scheme.
Jewell opted to hand Michael Chopra his first start in five games, replacing Jason Scotland in a lone forward role.
Kamara has scored 31 goals in his three years at Kansas, often playing in a wide forward role, as well as in the centre of attack.
Phenix, who joined Telford from Skelmersdale United in the summer of 2013, has switched to a more forward role this season and scored two goals in Monday's 3-3 dragainstnSouthportort.
Later on in his career, Shearer played a more forward role; his age meant that he lost much of the pace which served him on the south coast.
