HERZOGENAURACH — PUMA SE has officially announced the appointment of Mark Langer as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and a member of the Management Board, effective May 1, 2026. Langer will oversee the company’s finance, tax, legal, investor relations, and internal audit departments.
Leadership Succession
The appointment follows a planned transition within the sportswear giant’s executive team:
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Incoming CFO: Mark Langer succeeds Markus Neubrand, who agreed to step down from the CFO role on April 30, 2026.
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Transition Period: Neubrand will remain with the company until September 30, 2026, to ensure a smooth handover.
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Executive Endorsement: PUMA CEO Arthur Hoeld praised Langer’s “deep financial and capital market expertise,” noting his track record will be vital for the company’s return to profitable growth.
Experience and Background
Langer brings over 25 years of international leadership experience to PUMA:
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Recent Roles: Most recently served as CFO and Management Board member at Douglas AG.
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Hugo Boss Tenure: Spent 17 years at HUGO BOSS AG, serving as CEO (2016–2020) and CFO (2010–2017).
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Early Career: Started his professional journey at McKinsey & Company and Procter & Gamble.
New Management Structure
Starting May 1, 2026, PUMA’s Management Board will be composed of:
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Arthur Hoeld: Chief Executive Officer
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Mark Langer: Chief Financial Officer
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Maria Valdes: Chief Brand Officer
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Matthias Baeumer: Chief Commercial Officer
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Andreas Hubert: Chief Operating Officer
Héloïse Temple-Boyer, Chair of the Supervisory Board, expressed confidence that Langer’s appointment would further reinforce investor confidence as the brand pursues its financial ambitions.
