Abhishek previously had been spearheading the sales and retail functions for the brand and had joined Puma right at its inception in 2005 as a founding director, a company release said.
"As one of the founding directors of Puma India, Abhishek brings with him a wealth of experience that will guide the brand towards its next leap in India.
"Puma India has delivered an outstanding performance during the last nine years and I look forward to the continued progress of this great brand of ours with Abhishek," EEMEA Region Puma GM Martyn Bowen said.
"Rajiv has built a great business and a great team and departs with our thanks and best wishes. He remains a friend of Puma for life," Bowen said.
